Taftville Reservoir #1 Dam

Connecticut — New London County — HUNTER BROOK

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
RiverHUNTER BROOK
Coordinates41.56267, -72.06723

Physical Characteristics

NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length1,085 ft
NID Storage0 acre-ft
Max Storage
Surface Area17 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 13, 2018
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1880
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Norwich
Other NameTaftville Reservoir #1

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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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