Pachaug Pond Dam

Connecticut, New London County, PACHAUG RIVER

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
RiverPACHAUG RIVER
Coordinates41.58170, -71.92993

Physical Characteristics

NID Height17 ft
Dam Height17 ft
Dam Length770 ft
NID Storage10,962 acre-ft
Max Storage10,962 acre-ft
Surface Area830 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 26, 2015
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1888
Primary PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Other NamePachaug 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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