Chestnut Hill Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Chestnut Hill Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1884 and is 142 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 29.8% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1884 (142 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00361 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF BRATTLEBORO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Chestnut Hill Reservoir?
Chestnut Hill Reservoir is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Chestnut Hill Reservoir?
Chestnut Hill Reservoir is owned by TOWN OF BRATTLEBORO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chestnut Hill Reservoir built?
Chestnut Hill Reservoir was completed in 1884, making it 142 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 Chestnut Hill Reservoir?
Chestnut Hill Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chestnut Hill Reservoir?
Chestnut Hill Reservoir has a dam height of 14 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 Chestnut Hill Reservoir last inspected?
Chestnut Hill Reservoir was last inspected on June 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.