Fountain Lake Dam
Connecticut — New Haven County — NAUGATUCK RIVER TRIBUTARY
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | New Haven |
| River | NAUGATUCK RIVER TRIBUTARY |
| Coordinates | 41.35604, -73.09912 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| NID Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 21, 2018 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1888 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Ansonia |
| Other Name | Fountain Lake |
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.