Gale Meadows Dike
Key Takeaway
Gale Meadows Dike is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.8% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 204 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00274 |
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 Gale Meadows Dike?
Gale Meadows Dike 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 Gale Meadows Dike?
Gale Meadows Dike is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gale Meadows Dike built?
Gale Meadows Dike was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Gale Meadows Dike?
Gale Meadows Dike 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 Gale Meadows Dike?
Gale Meadows Dike has a dam height of 7 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 Gale Meadows Dike last inspected?
Gale Meadows Dike was last inspected on August 10, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.