Lake Bomoseen
Key Takeaway
Lake Bomoseen is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 17% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 45 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 10.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,360 acres |
| Drainage Area | 37 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1850 (176 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00177 |
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
STATE OF VERMONT - DEC
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Bomoseen?
Lake Bomoseen 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 Lake Bomoseen?
Lake Bomoseen is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - DEC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Bomoseen built?
Lake Bomoseen was completed in 1850, making it 176 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 Lake Bomoseen?
Lake Bomoseen 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 Lake Bomoseen?
Lake Bomoseen has a dam height of 11 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 Lake Bomoseen last inspected?
Lake Bomoseen was last inspected on July 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.