Jewell Brook Site No. 5
Key Takeaway
Jewell Brook Site No. 5 is classified as high hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 113 ft (taller than 97.2% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 262 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00017 |
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 LUDLOW
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jewell Brook Site No. 5?
Jewell Brook Site No. 5 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 Jewell Brook Site No. 5?
Jewell Brook Site No. 5 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. 5 built?
Jewell Brook Site No. 5 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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. 5?
Jewell Brook Site No. 5 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. 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. 5?
Jewell Brook Site No. 5 has a dam height of 113 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. 5 last inspected?
Jewell Brook Site No. 5 was last inspected on May 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.