Halls Lake

HALLS BROOK· Orange, Vermont· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Halls Lake is classified as low hazard in Vermont. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 17% in VT)
Dam Length130 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage675 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area84 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDVT00379

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 24, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

HERTIS BROKKE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Halls Lake?

Halls Lake 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 Halls Lake?

Halls Lake is owned by HERTIS BROKKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Halls Lake?

Halls Lake 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 Halls Lake?

Halls Lake has a dam height of 11 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 Halls Lake last inspected?

Halls Lake was last inspected on June 24, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.