Bishops Pond Dam
Connecticut, New Haven County, WEST RIVER TRIB
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | New Haven |
| River | WEST RIVER TRIB |
| Coordinates | 41.28693, -72.70003 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| NID Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | - |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 6, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 7 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1955 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | B.W. Bishop & Sons |
| Other Name | Bishops Pond |
Location Map
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.