Ewell Pond
Key Takeaway
Ewell Pond is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 4.7% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 68 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 840 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00061 |
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
ELLEN ROBERTSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ewell Pond?
Ewell Pond 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 Ewell Pond?
Ewell Pond is owned by ELLEN ROBERTSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ewell Pond built?
Ewell Pond was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Ewell Pond?
Ewell Pond 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 Ewell Pond?
Ewell Pond has a dam height of 8 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 Ewell Pond last inspected?
Ewell Pond was last inspected on September 29, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.