Echo Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Echo Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 37.3% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 508 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00022 |
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
Great Bay Hydro Corporation
Private
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High Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Echo Pond Dam?
Echo Pond Dam 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 Echo Pond Dam?
Echo Pond Dam is owned by Great Bay Hydro Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Echo Pond Dam built?
Echo Pond Dam was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Echo Pond Dam?
Echo Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Echo Pond Dam?
Echo Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Echo Pond Dam last inspected?
Echo Pond Dam was last inspected on May 29, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.