Quassapaug Lake Dam
Connecticut — New Haven County — EIGHTMILE BROOK
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | New Haven |
| River | EIGHTMILE BROOK |
| Coordinates | 41.52692, -73.15780 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,601 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | — |
| Surface Area | 290 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | June 14, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1900 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | West Shore Owners Association |
| Other Name | Quassapaug 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.