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Seymour Reservoir #2 Dam, located in Oxford, Connecticut, was completed in 1948 and serves as a critical water supply source for the region.
This masonry dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a storage capacity of 590 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 520 acre-feet. The dam has a surface area of 23 acres and drains an area of 1.16 square miles, making it a significant water resource infrastructure in the area.
With a spillway width of 26 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 500 cubic feet per second, Seymour Reservoir #2 Dam is designed to manage water flow effectively and ensure the safety of the surrounding areas. The dam is regulated by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and undergoes regular inspections to assess its condition. As of the last inspection in April 2015, the dam was rated as being in fair condition with a significant hazard potential, highlighting the importance of ongoing maintenance and monitoring to safeguard the community and environment.
Despite its age, Seymour Reservoir #2 Dam continues to play a crucial role in providing reliable water supply to the residents of New Haven County. The dam's presence underscores the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience, as it serves as a key infrastructure asset in the face of changing climate patterns and water availability challenges. As efforts to enhance dam safety and efficiency evolve, Seymour Reservoir #2 Dam remains a testament to the vital role of such structures in sustaining water resources for future generations.
Naugatuck River At Beacon Falls
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277cfs |
Housatonic River At Stevenson
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2230cfs |
Pomperaug River At Southbury
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72cfs |
Mill R Nr Hamden
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24cfs |
Pootatuck R At Sandy Hook
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26cfs |
Weekeepeemee River At Hotchkissville
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22cfs |
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
23 |
Drainage Area |
1.16 |
Nid Storage |
590 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
31 |
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Kettletown State Park
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Black Rock State Park
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Youth Camp III
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Youth Camp I
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Youth Camp II
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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
Kent Bridge To Boardman Bridge
New Hartford/Canton Town Line To The Confluence With The Nepaug River