Lake Mead Dam

Connecticut — Fairfield County — EAST BR BYRAM RIVER

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
RiverEAST BR BYRAM RIVER
Coordinates41.10182, -73.68695

Physical Characteristics

NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length70 ft
NID Storage30 acre-ft
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 21, 2011
Inspection Frequency7

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerNational Audubon Society
Other NameLake Mead

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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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