Elizabeth Mine Tp-1

WEST BRANCH OMPOMPANOOSUC RIV.· Orange, Vermont· Built 1958· Earth· 120 ft tall
High Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Elizabeth Mine Tp-1 is classified as high hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is tailings. 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 120 ft (taller than 98.1% in VT)
Dam Length2,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area42 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDVT00366

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 10, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

ESTATE OF TED ZAGAESKI

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Elizabeth Mine Tp-1?

Elizabeth Mine Tp-1 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 Elizabeth Mine Tp-1?

Elizabeth Mine Tp-1 is owned by ESTATE OF TED ZAGAESKI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Elizabeth Mine Tp-1 built?

Elizabeth Mine Tp-1 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Elizabeth Mine Tp-1?

Elizabeth Mine Tp-1 serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Elizabeth Mine Tp-1?

Elizabeth Mine Tp-1 has a dam height of 120 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 Elizabeth Mine Tp-1 last inspected?

Elizabeth Mine Tp-1 was last inspected on July 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.