Knapp Brook Site No. 1
Key Takeaway
Knapp Brook Site No. 1 is classified as significant hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 63.2% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 292 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00076 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
STATE OF VERMONT - DFW
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Knapp Brook Site No. 1?
Knapp Brook Site No. 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Knapp Brook Site No. 1?
Knapp Brook Site No. 1 is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Knapp Brook Site No. 1 built?
Knapp Brook Site No. 1 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Knapp Brook Site No. 1?
Knapp Brook Site No. 1 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 Knapp Brook Site No. 1?
Knapp Brook Site No. 1 has a dam height of 23 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 Knapp Brook Site No. 1 last inspected?
Knapp Brook Site No. 1 was last inspected on July 26, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.