Beach Pond Dam

Connecticut — New London County — PACHAUG RIVER

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
RiverPACHAUG RIVER
Coordinates41.58131, -71.81758

Physical Characteristics

NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length350 ft
NID Storage5,800 acre-ft
Max Storage5,800 acre-ft
Surface Area459 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 6, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1885
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Other NameBeach Pond

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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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