Barbos Lake
Key Takeaway
Barbos Lake is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 29.8% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00228 |
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
CARTHUSIAN FOUNDATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barbos Lake?
Barbos Lake 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 Barbos Lake?
Barbos Lake is owned by CARTHUSIAN FOUNDATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barbos Lake built?
Barbos Lake was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Barbos Lake?
Barbos Lake serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barbos Lake?
Barbos Lake has a dam height of 14 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 Barbos Lake last inspected?
Barbos Lake was last inspected on September 16, 1975. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.