American Felt Dam
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Fairfield |
| Nearest City | PEMBERWICK |
| River/Stream | BYRAM RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.03737, -73.66585 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| NID Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Length | 208 ft |
| Year Completed | 1867 (159 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 25 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,335 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | 1881 Limited Liability Company |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 03/05/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |