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Moody Reservoir Dam, also known as Old Naugatuck Reservoir, is a captivating structure located in Naugatuck, Connecticut.
Built in 1900, this masonry dam stands at a height of 56 feet and spans a length of 1200 feet, serving primarily as a water supply source. With a storage capacity of 3300 acre-feet and a surface area of 54 acres, Moody Reservoir Dam plays a crucial role in the region's water management system.
Managed by a public utility, Moody Reservoir Dam is regulated by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam has a spillway width of 60 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1878 cubic feet per second. While it is classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed as being in satisfactory condition, with a moderate risk rating.
Surrounded by the serene landscape of Prospect and situated along Marks Brook, Moody Reservoir Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience. With its historical significance and vital role in providing water for the community, this dam is a notable landmark in Connecticut's infrastructure landscape.
Naugatuck River At Beacon Falls
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277cfs |
Mill R Nr Hamden
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24cfs |
Quinnipiac River At Wallingford
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120cfs |
Quinnipiac River At Southington
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15cfs |
Housatonic River At Stevenson
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2230cfs |
Nonewaug River At Minortown
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10cfs |
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
56 |
River Or Stream |
MARKS BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
54 |
Drainage Area |
1.68 |
Nid Storage |
3300 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
56 |
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Kettletown State Park
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Black Rock State Park
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Camp Farnam
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SR2
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SR3
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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
Begins Below The Tailrace Of The Lower Collinsville Dam To The Route 187 Bridge
The Confluence With The Nepaug River To A Point 0.2 Miles Below The Lower Collinsville Dam Tailrace
New Hartford/Canton Town Line To The Confluence With The Nepaug River
Kent Bridge To Boardman Bridge