Red Cedar Lake Dam

Connecticut — New London County — YANTIC RIVER TRIB

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
RiverYANTIC RIVER TRIB
Coordinates41.55970, -72.22979

Physical Characteristics

NID Height9 ft
Dam Height9 ft
Dam Length600 ft
NID Storage455 acre-ft
Max Storage455 acre-ft
Surface Area130 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 6, 2020
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1900
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypeState
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Other NameRed Cedar 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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