Poheganut Reservoir Dam

Connecticut — New London County — HATCHING HOUSE BK

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
RiverHATCHING HOUSE BK
Coordinates41.36215, -72.03444

Physical Characteristics

NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length1,078 ft
NID Storage687 acre-ft
Max Storage560 acre-ft
Surface Area108 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 28, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1952
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Groton
Other NamePoheganut Reservoir

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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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