Sawmill Pond Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
Nearest CityVOLUNTOWN
River/StreamPACHAUG RIVER
Coordinates41.57357, -71.87296

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length260 ft
Year Completed1870 (156 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage64 acre-ft
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area28 sq mi
Max Discharge1,120 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerMcGuire
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/10/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00627
Federal IDCT00627
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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