North Meadows Dike Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Hartford, Connecticut, the North Meadows Dike is a crucial structure along the Connecticut River designed for flood risk reduction.
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Summary
With a height of 24 feet and a length spanning 16,400 feet, this concrete dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. The dike is regulated by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its fair condition and high hazard potential are managed effectively.
As a local government-owned facility, the North Meadows Dike serves as a key defense against floodwaters in the region, with a primary purpose focused on flood risk reduction. Despite its fair condition assessment, the structure remains a critical component in the overall flood management strategy for Hartford and the surrounding areas. The dam's location on the Connecticut River underscores its importance in safeguarding the community from potential inundation events, highlighting the need for continued oversight and maintenance to uphold its protective capabilities.
With its strategic placement along the Connecticut River and solid design as a concrete dam, the North Meadows Dike stands as a testament to effective flood risk reduction measures in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, structures like the North Meadows Dike play a vital role in mitigating the potential impacts of flooding on local communities. Through ongoing inspections and regulatory oversight by the DEEP, this essential dike remains a critical asset in protecting Hartford and its residents from the threat of rising waters and ensuring a resilient response to changing environmental conditions.
Dam Length |
16400 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
CONNECTICUT RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Drainage Area |
10480 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
24 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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