East Creek Site No. 2
Key Takeaway
East Creek Site No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.8% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00121 |
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 East Creek Site No. 2?
East Creek Site No. 2 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 Creek Site No. 2?
East Creek Site No. 2 is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Creek Site No. 2 built?
East Creek Site No. 2 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Creek Site No. 2?
East Creek Site No. 2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is East Creek Site No. 2?
East Creek Site No. 2 has a dam height of 7 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 Creek Site No. 2 last inspected?
East Creek Site No. 2 was last inspected on July 31, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.