Lake Phipps Dam #2

Connecticut — New Haven County — COVE RIVER TRIB

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
RiverCOVE RIVER TRIB
Coordinates41.26892, -72.96474

Physical Characteristics

NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length160 ft
NID Storage320 acre-ft
Max Storage320 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 25, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1880
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerLake Phipps Special Taxing District
Other NameLake Phipps

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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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