Lake Saltonstall Dam

Connecticut — New Haven County — Farm River

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
RiverFarm River
Coordinates41.27778, -72.86063

Physical Characteristics

NID Height34 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length300 ft
NID Storage6,900 acre-ft
Max Storage6,900 acre-ft
Surface Area396 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 16, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1882
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerSouth Central CT RWA
Other NameLake Saltonstall

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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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