Gardner Lake Dam

Connecticut — New London County — GARDNER BROOK

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
RiverGARDNER BROOK
Coordinates41.52545, -72.22240

Physical Characteristics

NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length168 ft
NID Storage3,270 acre-ft
Max Storage3,270 acre-ft
Surface Area521 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 29, 2021
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1900
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypeState
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Other NameGardner Lake

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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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