East Barre
Key Takeaway
East Barre is classified as high hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 65 ft (taller than 94.4% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 1,632 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 687 acres |
| Drainage Area | 39 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00053 |
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
STATE OF VERMONT - DEC
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of East Barre?
East Barre 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 East Barre?
East Barre is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - DEC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Barre built?
East Barre was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 East Barre?
East Barre serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is East Barre?
East Barre has a dam height of 65 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 East Barre last inspected?
East Barre was last inspected on May 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.