Lake Phipps Dam #2
Connecticut — New Haven County — COVE RIVER TRIB
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | New Haven |
| River | COVE RIVER TRIB |
| Coordinates | 41.26892, -72.96474 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| NID Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 25, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1880 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Lake Phipps Special Taxing District |
| Other Name | Lake Phipps |
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.