Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam, also known as Shenipsit Reservoir Site #6, is a state-owned structure in Stafford Springs, Connecticut, designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1961, this earth dam stands at a height of 28.5 feet and spans 390 feet in length, holding a maximum storage capacity of 520 acre-feet of water from the Edson Brook Tributary.
With a high hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the Shenipsit Flood Control Site #6 Dam is regulated by the state of Connecticut's Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), with regular inspections and enforcement measures in place. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, capable of discharging up to 60 cubic feet per second. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam serves as a critical infrastructure for managing floodwaters in the region, showcasing the importance of sustainable water resource management in mitigating climate-related risks.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
390 |
Dam Height |
28.5 |
River Or Stream |
EDSON BROOK TRIB |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
29 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
520 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |