Cedar Lake Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Nearest CityWOLCOTT
River/StreamMAD RIVER
Coordinates41.63615, -72.97025

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height17 ft
Dam Height17 ft
Dam Length315 ft
Year Completed1869 (157 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,700 acre-ft
Max Storage1,700 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,200 acre-ft
Surface Area143 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge265 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCedar Lake South Shore Assocaition;Town of Wolcott
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/12/2011
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00295
Federal IDCT00295
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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