Lake Chamberlain Dam

Connecticut — New Haven County — SARGENT RIVER

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
RiverSARGENT RIVER
Coordinates41.39345, -72.98866

Physical Characteristics

NID Height93 ft
Dam Height88 ft
Dam Length1,300 ft
NID Storage4,120 acre-ft
Max Storage4,120 acre-ft
Surface Area115 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 26, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1890
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerSouth Central CT RWA
Other NameLake Chamberlain

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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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