Pataguanset Lake Dam

Connecticut — New London County — PATAGUANSET RIVER

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
RiverPATAGUANSET RIVER
Coordinates41.37036, -72.22631

Physical Characteristics

NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length210 ft
NID Storage950 acre-ft
Max Storage950 acre-ft
Surface Area120 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 9, 2021
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1942
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Other NamePattagansett 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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