Quassapaug Lake Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Nearest CityWOODBURY
River/StreamEIGHTMILE BROOK
Coordinates41.52692, -73.15780

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height24 ft
Dam Height24 ft
Dam Length125 ft
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,601 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,601 acre-ft
Surface Area290 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge97 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerWest Shore Owners Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection06/14/2024
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDCT00329
Federal IDCT00329
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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