Tunnel Dam Hydro Station
Connecticut — New London County — QUINEBAUG RIVER
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | New London |
| River | QUINEBAUG RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.55496, -72.04095 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 32 ft |
| Dam Height | 32 ft |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,650 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,650 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 18, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1906 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | FirstLight Power Resources |
| Other Name | Quinebaug River Tunnel Dam #1 Hydro |
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.