Jewell Brook Site No. 3 Dike
Key Takeaway
Jewell Brook Site No. 3 Dike is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 41.8% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 397 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00262 |
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
TOWN OF LUDLOW
Local Government
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Significant Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Jewell Brook Site No. 3 Dike?
Jewell Brook Site No. 3 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 Jewell Brook Site No. 3 Dike?
Jewell Brook Site No. 3 Dike is owned by TOWN OF LUDLOW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jewell Brook Site No. 3 Dike built?
Jewell Brook Site No. 3 Dike was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Jewell Brook Site No. 3 Dike?
Jewell Brook Site No. 3 Dike serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jewell Brook Site No. 3 Dike?
Jewell Brook Site No. 3 Dike has a dam height of 17 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 Jewell Brook Site No. 3 Dike last inspected?
Jewell Brook Site No. 3 Dike was last inspected on May 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.