Hanover Reservoir Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
Nearest CitySPRAGUE
River/StreamLITTLE RIVER
Coordinates41.64726, -72.06059

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length750 ft
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage400 acre-ft
Max Storage400 acre-ft
Normal Storage210 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area33 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerBaron;Cheney;Town of Sprague
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection07/08/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00470
Federal IDCT00470
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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