Beaver Pond
Key Takeaway
Beaver Pond is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.5% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00217 |
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
TOWN OF PROCTOR
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Beaver Pond?
Beaver 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 Beaver Pond?
Beaver Pond is owned by TOWN OF PROCTOR (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Pond built?
Beaver Pond was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Beaver Pond?
Beaver 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 Beaver Pond?
Beaver Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Beaver Pond last inspected?
Beaver Pond was last inspected on May 27, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.