Wyassup Lake Dam

Connecticut — New London County — WYASSUP BROOK

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
RiverWYASSUP BROOK
Coordinates41.48686, -71.86913

Physical Characteristics

NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length495 ft
NID Storage800 acre-ft
Max Storage800 acre-ft
Surface Area90 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 2, 2020
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1920
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Other NameWyassup 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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