Wyre - Wynd

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
Nearest CityJewett City
River/StreamQuinebaug River
Coordinates41.61030, -71.98540

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeMasonry
NID Height21 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length483 ft
Year Completed1913 (113 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,900 acre-ft
Max Storage2,900 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,900 acre-ft
Surface Area333 acres
Drainage Area650 sq mi
Max Discharge36,400 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerSummit Hydro, LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection07/12/2018
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDCT00539
Federal IDCT00539
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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