Taftville Hydro Dam #4

New London County, Connecticut (near NORWICH)

River/Stream: SHETUCKET RIVER

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
41 ft
Dam Length
860 ft
Reservoir Storage
1,712 acre-ft
Year Completed
1867
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
26,075 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2022-08-18

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
CT00204
State
Connecticut (CT)
Coordinates
41.57254, -72.04566
Age
159 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.