Deep River Reservoir Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
Nearest CityFITCHVILLE
River/StreamDEEP RIVER
Coordinates41.55532, -72.24322

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height62 ft
Dam Height62 ft
Dam Length900 ft
Year Completed1926 (100 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage8,500 acre-ft
Max Storage8,500 acre-ft
Normal Storage4,520 acre-ft
Surface Area320 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge18,860 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Norwich
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/21/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00346
Federal IDCT00346
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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