Roger Lewis Dam, located in Sharon, Connecticut, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1969.
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The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 22 acres and a storage capacity of 172 acre-feet. Situated on Beebe Brook, the dam has a significant hazard potential and is regulated by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP).
With a height of 14.5 feet and a length of 600 feet, Roger Lewis Dam serves as a key structure for flood control and water resource management in the area. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 174 cubic feet per second. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and effectiveness.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Roger Lewis Dam stands as a vital piece of infrastructure in Litchfield County, providing both recreational opportunities and critical water resource management functions. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the dam's role in flood control and storage becomes increasingly important, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and risk management measures to protect the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
14.5 |
River Or Stream |
BEEBE BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.72 |
Nid Storage |
172 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |