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Whiteford Dam, located in Lyme, Connecticut, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreation. Completed in 1964, this concrete dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a length of 97 feet. With a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, it covers a surface area of 7.4 acres and serves a drainage area of 1.2 square miles. The dam's maximum discharge capacity is 398 cubic feet per second, making it a significant water resource in the area.
Managed by the state regulatory agency DEEP, E.A. Whiteford Dam is inspected every 10 years and was last deemed to be in satisfactory condition in 2015. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness plans are yet to be fully assessed. Its location on the Beaver Brook Trib provides both recreational opportunities and a vital water resource for the surrounding community. With its important role in water management and climate resilience, E.A. Whiteford Dam continues to be a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
97 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
BEAVER BROOK TRIB |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
7.4 |
Drainage Area |
1.2 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
East Branch Eightmile River Near North Lyme
|
29cfs |
Eightmile R At North Plain
|
24cfs |
Salmon River Near East Hampton
|
119cfs |
Yantic River At Yantic
|
147cfs |
Indian River Near Clinton
|
6cfs |
Connecticut R At Middle Haddam
|
14900cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Youth Site 2
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Youth Site 1
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Laurel Lock Camp
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Camp Bethel
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