Hanover Reservoir Dam

Connecticut — New London County — LITTLE RIVER

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
RiverLITTLE RIVER
Coordinates41.64726, -72.06059

Physical Characteristics

NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length750 ft
NID Storage400 acre-ft
Max Storage400 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 8, 2020
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1900
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerBaron;Cheney;Town of Sprague
Other NameHanover 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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