Barber Pond
Key Takeaway
Barber Pond is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 17% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00104 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LEWIS HEBERT ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barber Pond?
Barber Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Barber Pond?
Barber Pond is owned by LEWIS HEBERT ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barber Pond built?
Barber Pond was completed in 1910, making it 116 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Barber Pond?
Barber Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barber Pond?
Barber Pond has a dam height of 11 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Barber Pond last inspected?
Barber Pond was last inspected on December 16, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.