Crystal Lake Dam in Connecticut is a vital structure for water supply, completed in 1878 and serving the purpose of storing 63 acre-feet of water.
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With a height of 36 feet and a length of 230 feet, this concrete dam on Nickel Mine Brook ensures a normal storage capacity of 30 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5.5 acres. The dam's significant hazard potential is closely monitored through regular inspections, with its condition assessed as satisfactory as of June 2018.
Located in Litchfield County, the dam is regulated by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) in Connecticut, ensuring compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. The surrounding area of Crystal Lake Dam offers tranquil scenery and recreational opportunities, making it a destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts. As a public utility-owned structure, the dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the water supply in the region and underscores the importance of sustainable management of water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.
With its historical significance and essential function in the local water supply system, Crystal Lake Dam stands as a testament to the long-standing efforts to ensure water security in the area. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resources, the dam's role in providing a stable water supply becomes increasingly vital. Through ongoing monitoring and maintenance, Crystal Lake Dam remains a key infrastructure for safeguarding water resources and supporting the community's needs for the foreseeable future.
Year Completed |
1878 |
Dam Length |
230 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
NICKEL MINE BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
5.5 |
Drainage Area |
4.02 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
36 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Sequassen
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Windmill Hill - White Memorial
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Camp Workcoeman
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Point Folly - White Memorial
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Cozy Hill Campground
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DEEP campsite
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Begins Downstream Of The Borough Of Bantam, At Stoddard Road Bridge To The Confluence With The Shepaug River
Pond Downstream Of Shepaug Reservoir Dam, Marked By Service Road Bridge To Ends In Backwaters Of Lake Lillinonah, Near Roxbury Falls
New Hartford/Canton Town Line To The Confluence With The Nepaug River
The Confluence With The Nepaug River To A Point 0.2 Miles Below The Lower Collinsville Dam Tailrace
Begins Below The Tailrace Of The Lower Collinsville Dam To The Route 187 Bridge