Jacksonville Pond
Key Takeaway
Jacksonville Pond is classified as high hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 14 ft (taller than 29.8% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00148 |
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 WHITINGHAM
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jacksonville Pond?
Jacksonville Pond 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 Jacksonville Pond?
Jacksonville Pond is owned by TOWN OF WHITINGHAM (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jacksonville Pond built?
Jacksonville Pond was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Jacksonville Pond?
Jacksonville Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jacksonville Pond?
Jacksonville Pond has a dam height of 14 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 Jacksonville Pond last inspected?
Jacksonville Pond was last inspected on July 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.