The Ousatonic Dam located on the Housatonic River between Derby (Birmingham) and Shelton collapsed due to an extreme increase in the water level.
Because of the vertical drop of the dam, the force and amount of water falling over it undermined the footings, causing most of the dam to be washed away.
The Derby gate house also fell into the river. This image was taken from the Shelton side of the river looking towards Derby.
The Derby Public Library has more images of the damage and reconstruction on display in its front atrium.
Thanks goes to Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.
The Library is at 53 S. Cliff St., Ansonia.
The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane.
The Conservation Corps is an active group with members aged 18-80 that welcomes newcomers.
During the winter, we tackle the issue of
invasive Asiatic Bittersweet vines that are harming our trees.
One session can make a difference by
saving six 50-year-old trees. Let’s make a positive impact together!
Register here for this adult program: https://forms.gle/LWrhkZhza4vywgTC6
This is shared from a Facebook event page.
