Gorton Pond Dam
Connecticut — New London County — PATAGUANDET RIVER
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | New London |
| River | PATAGUANDET RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.33596, -72.20744 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| NID Storage | 810 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 810 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 16, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1860 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | Connecticut DEEP |
| Other Name | Gorton Pond |
Location Map
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.