Kimibakw
Key Takeaway
Kimibakw is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 80.2% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00259 |
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
HARTLEY & VIRGINIA NEEL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kimibakw?
Kimibakw 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 Kimibakw?
Kimibakw is owned by HARTLEY & VIRGINIA NEEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kimibakw built?
Kimibakw was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Kimibakw?
Kimibakw 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 Kimibakw?
Kimibakw has a dam height of 32 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 Kimibakw last inspected?
Kimibakw was last inspected on May 26, 1987. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.