American Felt Dam
Connecticut — Fairfield County — BYRAM RIVER
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Fairfield |
| River | BYRAM RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.03737, -73.66585 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Length | 208 ft |
| NID Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 5, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1867 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | 1881 Limited Liability Company |
| Other Name | American Felt Pond |
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.