Fairfield Swamp Pond
Key Takeaway
Fairfield Swamp Pond is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 29.8% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 222 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 4.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 500 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00122 |
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 Fairfield Swamp Pond?
Fairfield Swamp 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 Fairfield Swamp Pond?
Fairfield Swamp Pond is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fairfield Swamp Pond built?
Fairfield Swamp Pond was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Fairfield Swamp Pond?
Fairfield Swamp Pond 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 Fairfield Swamp Pond?
Fairfield Swamp Pond has a dam height of 14 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 Fairfield Swamp Pond last inspected?
Fairfield Swamp Pond was last inspected on July 11, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.