Farrel
Key Takeaway
Farrel is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 57.9% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00132 |
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 Farrel?
Farrel 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 Farrel?
Farrel is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Farrel built?
Farrel 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 Farrel?
Farrel serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Farrel?
Farrel has a dam height of 21 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 Farrel last inspected?
Farrel was last inspected on May 12, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.