Coles Pond
Key Takeaway
Coles Pond is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 17% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 83 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 520 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 125 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00090 |
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 Coles Pond?
Coles 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 Coles Pond?
Coles Pond is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coles Pond built?
Coles Pond was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Coles Pond?
Coles 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 Coles Pond?
Coles Pond has a dam height of 11 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 Coles Pond last inspected?
Coles Pond was last inspected on June 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.