Burbee Pond
Key Takeaway
Burbee 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 | 13 ft (taller than 25.3% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00227 |
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
ERNEST K. FRIEDLI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burbee Pond?
Burbee 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 Burbee Pond?
Burbee Pond is owned by ERNEST K. FRIEDLI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burbee Pond built?
Burbee 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 Burbee Pond?
Burbee 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 Burbee Pond?
Burbee Pond has a dam height of 13 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 Burbee Pond last inspected?
Burbee Pond was last inspected on August 7, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.