Lake Whitney Dam
Connecticut — New Haven County — MILL RIVER
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | New Haven |
| River | MILL RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.33688, -72.90990 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| NID Storage | 3,600 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 178 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 16, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1861 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | South Central CT RWA |
| Other Name | Lake Whitney |
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.