Callery

LITTLE OTTER CREEK-TR· Addison, Vermont· Built 1976· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Callery is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 49.6% in VT)
Dam Length283 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDVT00273

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 4, 1978
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

VIRGINIA BEAMS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Callery?

Callery 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 Callery?

Callery is owned by VIRGINIA BEAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Callery built?

Callery was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Callery?

Callery 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 Callery?

Callery has a dam height of 19 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 Callery last inspected?

Callery was last inspected on April 4, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.