Elizabeth Mine Tp-1
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 Length | 2,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00366 |
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
ESTATE OF TED ZAGAESKI
Private
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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.