Farnum
Key Takeaway
Farnum is classified as significant hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 65.2% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 488 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00254 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CLEARBROOK II LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Farnum?
Farnum is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Farnum?
Farnum is owned by CLEARBROOK II LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Farnum built?
Farnum was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Farnum?
Farnum 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 Farnum?
Farnum has a dam height of 24 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 Farnum last inspected?
Farnum was last inspected on August 10, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.