Keyser

BICKNELL BROOK· Orange, Vermont· Built 1963· Earth· 44 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Keyser is classified as high hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 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	44 ft (taller than 89.1% in VT)
Dam Length	225 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	88 acre-ft
Normal Storage	0 acre-ft

Surface Area	6 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Year Completed	1963 (63 years old)
NID ID	VT00097

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: July 10, 2017

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

KEYSER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Keyser?

Keyser 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 Keyser?

Keyser is owned by KEYSER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Keyser built?

Keyser was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Keyser?

Keyser 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 Keyser?

Keyser has a dam height of 44 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 Keyser last inspected?

Keyser was last inspected on July 10, 2017. 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.