Rock Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Rock Lake Dam, located in Wilton, Connecticut, was completed in 1875 and serves as a crucial water supply structure for the area.


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Summary

With a dam height of 36.5 feet and a storage capacity of 310 acre-feet, the masonry dam stands as a symbol of historic engineering ingenuity. The dam regulates the flow of water from the Huckleberry Hills Brook, ensuring a reliable water source for the community.

Despite its age, Rock Lake Dam remains in satisfactory condition and is regularly inspected by state authorities to uphold safety standards. The dam's hazard potential is deemed significant, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts. In the event of an emergency, the dam's emergency action plan is expected to guide swift and effective response measures, although specific details regarding its preparedness are not currently available.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Rock Lake Dam represents a blend of historical significance and modern-day utility. Its role in regulating water supply and mitigating potential hazards underscores the importance of maintaining critical infrastructure to ensure the resilience of communities in the face of changing environmental conditions. As a public utility structure in Fairfield County, Rock Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of engineering excellence and environmental stewardship in the region.

Year Completed

1875

Dam Length

250

Dam Height

36.5

River Or Stream

HUCKLEBERRY HILLS BK

Primary Dam Type

Masonry

Surface Area

18

Drainage Area

0.97

Nid Storage

310

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

37
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.