Paper Mill Pond Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
Nearest CityVERSAILLES
River/StreamLITTLE RIVER
Coordinates41.62016, -72.04273

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length573 ft
Year Completed1870 (156 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,275 acre-ft
Max Storage1,275 acre-ft
Normal Storage766 acre-ft
Surface Area51 acres
Drainage Area37 sq mi
Max Discharge7,750 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of Sprague
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection11/05/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00471
Federal IDCT00471
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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