Bishop Swamp Dam

Connecticut, Tolland County, SADDLE BROOK

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyTolland
RiverSADDLE BROOK
Coordinates41.71610, -72.38922

Physical Characteristics

NID Height9 ft
Dam Height9 ft
Dam Length194 ft
NID Storage600 acre-ft
Max Storage600 acre-ft
Surface Area182 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionOctober 19, 2021
Inspection Frequency7

Dam Information

Year Completed-
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam Type-
Owner TypeState
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Other NameBishop Swamp

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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