Groton, Connecticut Overview
Groton, Connecticut includes 0 nearby mines. Groton /ˈɡrɒtən/ is a town located on the Thames River in New London County Connecticut United States. The population was 40115 at the 2010 census.Groton is the home of the Electric Boat Corporation which is the major contractor for submarine work for the United States Navy. The Naval Submarine Base New London is located in Groton and the pharmaceutical company Pfizer is also a major employer. The Avery Point section of Groton is home to a regional campus of the University of Connecticut.
Quick Facts
- Groton, Connecticut has a population of 10,389 (based on numbers from 2010).
- Located in New London County, Connecticut.
- Groton, Connecticut sits 24 meters (78.7 feet) above sea level feet above sea level.
Groton, Connecticut Mines
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