Long Pond Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
Nearest CityLEDYARD
River/StreamWHITFORD BROOK
Coordinates41.43872, -71.94444

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height6 ft
Dam Height6 ft
Dam Length200 ft
Year Completed1880 (146 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage297 acre-ft
Normal Storage297 acre-ft
Surface Area99 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge519 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerLantern Hill Valley Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/22/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00527
Federal IDCT00527
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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