Deans Reservoir Dam

New London County, Connecticut

River/Stream: COPPS BROOK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Masonry
Height
15 ft
Dam Length
220 ft
Reservoir Storage
90 acre-ft
Year Completed
1888
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
—

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2024-04-19

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

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

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
CT00614
State
Connecticut (CT)
Coordinates
41.37316, -71.93062
Age
138 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.