Occum Hydroelectric Plant and Dam - Norwich CT
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nomadwillie
N 41° 35.780 W 072° 02.996
18T E 745868 N 4609163
The dam dates to 1865, was intended for providing water power down stream for mills in the area. In 1932 the dam was purchased by Norwich and reconfigured for electrical power generation.
Waymark Code: WMVW34
Location: Connecticut, United States
Date Posted: 06/01/2017
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The dam dates to 1865, was intended for providing water power down stream for mills in the area. In 1932 the dam was purchased by Norwich and reconfigured for electrical power generation.
The dam is built of large irregular blocks of granite, which measures 14 feet high, 12 feet wide at the base and 6 feet wide at the top of the dam. The dam was heavily damaged in the 1938 hurricane, resulting in reconstruction of the eastern portion with reinforced concrete.
Waterway where the dam is located: Shetucket River
Main use of the Water Dam: Hydroelectric Power Production
Material used in the structure: Masonry/Concrete
Height of Dam: 14 feet
Date built: 01/01/1865
Fishing Allowed: Not Listed
Motor Sports Allowed: Not Listed
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