Upper Detention Basin Dam
Connecticut, New Haven County
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | New Haven |
| Coordinates | 41.41215, -72.91095 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 21 ft |
| Dam Height | 21 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| NID Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | - |
| Last Inspection | February 21, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 7 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | - |
| Primary Purpose | - |
| Dam Type | - |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Quinnipiac University |
| Other Name | Upper Detention Basin |
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.