Indian Brook Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Indian Brook Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 70.2% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 238 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00055 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF ESSEX
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Indian Brook Reservoir?
Indian Brook Reservoir is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Indian Brook Reservoir?
Indian Brook Reservoir is owned by TOWN OF ESSEX (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Brook Reservoir built?
Indian Brook Reservoir was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Indian Brook Reservoir?
Indian Brook Reservoir 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 Indian Brook Reservoir?
Indian Brook Reservoir has a dam height of 26 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 Indian Brook Reservoir last inspected?
Indian Brook Reservoir was last inspected on July 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.