Naval Submarine Base New London  In-depth Overview

The mission of Submarine Base New London is to provide a Base Operations Support infrastructure for the operating forces of the Navy, Naval organizations and tenants; as well as to assess and improve installation management functions, quality of products, and perform other functions and tasks as may be assigned.

Link: https://installations.militaryonesource.mil/in-depth-overview/naval-submarine-base-new-london

History

New London is the Navy's first Submarine Base and the "Home of the Submarine Force."
In 1868, the State of Connecticut gave the Navy 112 acres of land along the Thames River to build a Naval Station. Due to a lack of federal funding, it was not until 1872 that two brick buildings and a "T" shaped pier were constructed and officially declared a Navy Yard. This new yard was primarily used as a coaling station by Atlantic Fleet small craft.

In 1915, the monitor Ozark, a submarine tender, and four submarines arrived in Groton,CT. With the war effort in Europe and the Atlantic in full swing, additional submarines and support craft arrived the following year and the facility was named the Navy's first Submarine Base. Although physically located in Groton, CT. the base had its main offices and housing in the larger city of New London, so it was christened as Naval Submarine Base New London. Following World War I, the Navy established schools and training facilities at the base. Today, Naval Submarine Base New London proudly claims its motto to be "The First and Finest."

As home port to 15 attack submarines and a major submarine construction yard; all officers and most enlisted submariners will be stationed here for training, a tour aboard an attack submarine, or with a pre-commissioning crew while their new submarine is under construction. The main base occupies more than 687 acres and boasts more than 530 acres of family housing. The base supports more than 70 tenant commands including:  Commander Submarine Group 2, Naval Submarine School, Naval Submarine Support Facility, three submarine squadron staffs, and housing and support facilities. For more information visit the New London homepage. 

LINK: https://installations.militaryonesource.mil/in-depth-overview/naval-submarine-base-new-london

Population

The base serves an active duty population of about 7,500 personnel accompanied by 12,000 family members. The base also is the host to Naval Reserve Units, an Army detachment and a host of Department of Defense, civilian personnel, and contractors; In addition, the United States Coast Guard Academy is located across the Thames River on the west bank, in New London.

Link: https://installations.militaryonesource.mil/in-depth-overview/naval-submarine-base-new-london

People in Norwich-New London Metro Area, Connecticut: 2020

The population in Norwich-New London Metro Area is 266,784. There are 407 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Norwich-New London Metro Area is 42.4, the US median age is 38.5. The median home value $238,400. The number of people per household in Norwich-New London Metro Area is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6. Norwich-New London Metro Area schools spend $18,055 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 12 pupils per teacher, 370 students per librarian, and 446 children per counselor.

The State of Connecticut as a whole: 2021

• Median Income: $75,633.00         
• Median Age: 41.9                         
• Median Home Price: $255,400                 

Link: https://portal.ct.gov/ChooseCT/Regions/New-London

People in Norwich-New London Metro Area, Connecticut:

The population in Norwich-New London Metro Area is 266,784. There are 407 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Norwich-New London Metro Area is 42.4, the US median age is 38.5. The number of people per household in Norwich-New London Metro Area is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6. Norwich-New London Metro Area schools spend $18,055 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 12 pupils per teacher, 370 students per librarian, and 446 children per counselor.

• Median Income: $67,197
• Median Age: 42
• Median Home Price: $238,400
• Comfort Index (Climate): 7.1 out of 10

Designated the Navy’s first Submarine Base in 1915, SUB BASE New London currently occupies approximately 687 acres along the Thames River. The base has 11 submarine piers (9 SSN rated, 2 Adequate). The base also is home to more than 70 tenant commands and employs more than 9,500 active duty, reserve and civilian personnel, accompanied by 15,000+ family members. SUB BASE New London supports more than 1,500 Public Private Venture (PPV) Family Housing units on 530 acres. In addition, the United States Coast Guard Academy is located across the Thames River on the west bank, in New London.

Executive Summary Site Naval Branch Health Clinic (NBHC) Groton, CT.

The Naval Submarine Base New London is located in the southeastern corner of Connecticut in the County of New London. The base is nestled among picturesque historic villages and bustling urban centers in the city of Groton. Scenic coastlines, coupled with vintage cider mills and the largest nightclubs between New York and Boston are just a few of the attractions in the region. The southern New England cost of living is considered to be slightly high, but can be easily offset by purposeful financial managing. The base operator's phone number is 860-694-3011 or DSN 312-694-3011.

All visitors are required to enter the base via the Main Gate. The following basic rules apply: proceed directly to Building 500 (adjacent to the Main Gate) to obtain a vehicle pass. Service member or spouse must present a U.S. Department of Defense identification card, a valid driver’s license, current auto registration and proof of insurance. Service member should state the nature of your business (i.e. "reporting for duty"). Base security can assist you toward your destination or simply ask for the nearest base directory. Visit the local Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) to obtain a base map. Checking In: Each command has it's own procedures for checking in, your sponsor should let you know where to go to officially check into your command. Generally, Submarine School students and staff report to the Quarterdeck in Building 499; SUBASE personnel check in at Personnel Support Detachment in Building 83 during normal work hours, or have their orders stamped at the Combined Bachelor Quarters and report to PSD at 7:30 a.m. the next working day. Sailors reporting to deployed units should report to the appropriate squadron duty office, as do personnel assigned to a squadron staff. Those assigned to the staff of Commander Submarine Group 2 report to Grenfell Hall, (Building 439). Medical personnel check in at Naval Branch Health Clinic.

Link: https://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrma/installations/navsubbase_new_london/about/personnel_support_detachment/checkin_processing.html

The Subase is easily accessible from I-95 and is within an hour's drive from the major airports: Bradley International Airport in Hartford, CT and T.F. Green Airport, Providence, RI.

Groton/New London Airport, Groton, CT

Upon leaving the airport grounds, turn right on Tower Ave. and drive approximately 1 mile to a stop light and US 1. Take a left on Rte. 1 and proceed north for approximately 5 miles. (US 1 will change to Hwy 12 - stay on Hwy 12.) A large sign for Subase NLON is on the left side of Hwy 12. Take a left at the stop light and on to Crystal Lake Rd. Proceed to the main gate at the end of the road. Proximity to the site is about 5 miles.

T.F. Green Airport, Providence, RI

Follow signs from the airport to I-95 south to CT approximately 53 miles. Take exit 86 - turn right onto Route 12. Drive approximately 2 miles - at the fifth stop light, turn left on Crystal Lake Rd. Follow this road to the end and to the main gate. Proximity to site is about 54 miles.

Bradley International Airport, Hartford, CT

Starting at Bradley International Airport driving toward Hartford, CT, begin on US 75 for .8 miles. Turn left on CT-20 heading southeast. Take I-91 south into Hartford for approximately 10 miles to Exit 32 (I-84). (I-84 Eastbound is a left hand exit. Use Caution!) Proceed on I-84E to Rte. 2 south to I-395. Take I-395 south to Exit 78 (Rte. 32). Follow Rte 32 south into New London and I-95. Take I-95 north across the Gold Star Bridge to exit 86 (a left lane exit). At the bottom of the ramp, turn right on US 12 and proceed north approximately 2 miles to Crystal Lake Rd. (From exit ramp, Crystal Lake Rd. is at the fifth stop light.) Take a left on Crystal Lake Rd. and drive to the end of the road - main gate on right. Proximity to site is about 66 miles.

Shuttle and Taxi Service

There are no Shuttle bus services between the airports and the base.

From Points North(If Driving from ME, MA,NH, VT)

Follow I-95 south to CT. Take Exit 86 - at the bottom of ramp - right onto US 12 and proceed north approximately 2 miles to Crystal Lake Rd. (From exit ramp, Crystal Lake Rd. is at the fifth stop light.) Take a left on Crystal Lake Rd. and drive to the end of the road - main gate on right.

From Points South (If Driving from NY, NJ, MD, VA, etc.)

Take I-95 north into CT. Take Exit 86 - at the bottom of ramp - right onto US 12 and proceed north approximately 2 miles to Crystal Lake Rd. (From exit ramp, Crystal Lake Rd. is at the fifth stop light.) Take a left on Crystal Lake Rd. and drive to the end of the road - main gate on right.

Currently, there is no base transportation on this installation.

Base Information Line: (860) 694-4444, Base Operator line (860) 694-3011 or DSN 312-694-3011

Note: Please click link below for the Naval Submarine Base New London Telephone Directory.  All numbers are extensions, to dial

• Link: https://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrma/installations/navsubbase_new_london/about/phone_directory.html