Poheganut Reservoir Dam
Connecticut — New London County — HATCHING HOUSE BK
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | New London |
| River | HATCHING HOUSE BK |
| Coordinates | 41.36215, -72.03444 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,078 ft |
| NID Storage | 687 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 560 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 108 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 28, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1952 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Groton |
| Other Name | Poheganut Reservoir |
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.