Woodridge Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Woodridge Lake Dam, located in Goshen, Connecticut, is a privately owned structure built in 1970 primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

This earth-type dam stands at a height of 34 feet and spans a length of 1320 feet, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 9800 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the picturesque Woodridge Lake and is situated on the Marshepaug River, offering a serene and scenic environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate.

Despite its recreational focus, Woodridge Lake Dam is also a regulated structure, with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) overseeing its permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes. The dam's condition was last assessed as satisfactory in April 2019, with a high hazard potential due to its location and the volume of water it controls. The dam is equipped with a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate and has a spillway width of 80 feet, ensuring proper water management and safety protocols are in place.

For those interested in water resource management and climate resilience, Woodridge Lake Dam serves as a vital infrastructure contributing to the region's water storage and recreational activities. Its design and management reflect a balance between public enjoyment and safety, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams to mitigate risks and ensure sustainable water resource practices in the face of changing climatic conditions.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

1320

Dam Height

34

River Or Stream

MARSHEPAUG RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

385

Drainage Area

8.9

Nid Storage

9800

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate)

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

34
       
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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.