Deep River Reservoir Dam

Connecticut — New London County — DEEP RIVER

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
RiverDEEP RIVER
Coordinates41.55532, -72.24322

Physical Characteristics

NID Height62 ft
Dam Height62 ft
Dam Length900 ft
NID Storage8,500 acre-ft
Max Storage8,500 acre-ft
Surface Area320 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 21, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1926
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Norwich
Other NameDeep River Reservoir

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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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