East Calais Mill
Key Takeaway
East Calais Mill 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 | 18 ft (taller than 46% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00348 |
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
JOHN RISSE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of East Calais Mill?
East Calais Mill 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 East Calais Mill?
East Calais Mill is owned by JOHN RISSE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Calais Mill built?
East Calais Mill 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 East Calais Mill?
East Calais Mill 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 East Calais Mill?
East Calais Mill has a dam height of 18 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 Calais Mill last inspected?
East Calais Mill was last inspected on July 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.