Located in Terryville, Connecticut, the Bristol Reservoir #4 Dam stands as a crucial water supply infrastructure managed by the local government.
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Completed in 1906, this earth-type dam boasts a height of 40 feet and a length of 970 feet, with a capacity to store up to 945 acre-feet of water. The dam's primary purpose is to provide water to the surrounding areas, with a normal storage capacity of 807 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 760 cubic feet per second.
The dam, situated on the Poland River, is regulated by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, ensuring its compliance with state safety and inspection standards. Despite its significant hazard potential, the Bristol Reservoir #4 Dam has been assessed as satisfactory in condition, with the last inspection conducted in May 2015. With a spillway width of 30 feet and a surface area of 45 acres, this dam plays a vital role in water resource management in Litchfield County, Connecticut. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the historical significance and engineering marvel of the Bristol Reservoir #4 Dam in ensuring a stable water supply for the region.
Year Completed |
1906 |
Dam Length |
970 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
POLAND RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
45 |
Drainage Area |
1.7 |
Nid Storage |
945 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
40 |
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Black Rock State Park
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DEEP campsite
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Camp Sequassen
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Camp Workcoeman
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Windmill Hill - White Memorial
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Point Folly - White Memorial
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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
Begins Downstream Of The Borough Of Bantam, At Stoddard Road Bridge To The Confluence With The Shepaug River