Bromley Snow Pond
Key Takeaway
Bromley Snow Pond is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 85% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00322 |
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
BROMLEY EQUITY LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bromley Snow Pond?
Bromley Snow 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 Bromley Snow Pond?
Bromley Snow Pond is owned by BROMLEY EQUITY LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bromley Snow Pond built?
Bromley Snow Pond was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Bromley Snow Pond?
Bromley Snow Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bromley Snow Pond?
Bromley Snow Pond has a dam height of 35 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 Bromley Snow Pond last inspected?
Bromley Snow Pond was last inspected on July 31, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.