Lincoln Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lincoln Lake, also known as Levy's Pond, is a private water resource nestled in the heart of Colchester, Connecticut.


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Summary

This picturesque lake, completed in 1900, serves primarily for recreational purposes and offers a serene escape for water enthusiasts. With a dam height of 6 feet and a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet, Lincoln Lake covers an area of 14 acres and is fed by the Meadow Brook.

Despite its tranquil setting, Lincoln Lake poses a significant hazard potential due to its structural condition being not rated. The dam, constructed mainly of masonry, has a spillway width of 35 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 87 cubic feet per second. While the last inspection dates back to 2008, the state regulatory agency, DEEP, ensures that the dam is regularly inspected, permitted, and enforced to meet safety standards. Additionally, the lake's risk management measures and emergency action plans are yet to be assessed and updated, highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance for the conservation of this vital water resource.

Year Completed

1900

Dam Length

60

Dam Height

6

River Or Stream

MEADOW BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Masonry

Surface Area

14

Drainage Area

4.41

Nid Storage

59

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

6
       
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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.