Brilyea West
Key Takeaway
Brilyea West is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.5% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 1,198 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 775 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 186 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00142 |
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
STATE OF VERMONT - DFW
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brilyea West?
Brilyea West 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 Brilyea West?
Brilyea West is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brilyea West built?
Brilyea West 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 Brilyea West?
Brilyea West serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brilyea West?
Brilyea West 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 Brilyea West last inspected?
Brilyea West was last inspected on July 23, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.