Quonnipaug Lake Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Nearest CityGUILFORD
River/StreamWEST RIVER
Coordinates41.37999, -72.70557

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeMasonry
NID Height5 ft
Dam Height5 ft
Dam Length110 ft
Year Completed1850 (176 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage336 acre-ft
Max Storage336 acre-ft
Normal Storage336 acre-ft
Surface Area111 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge53 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Guilford
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection02/12/2020
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDCT00411
Federal IDCT00411
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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