Lake Mansfield
Key Takeaway
Lake Mansfield is classified as high hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 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 | 32 ft (taller than 80.2% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 515 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00100 |
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
LAKE MANSFIELD TROUT CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Mansfield?
Lake Mansfield 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 Lake Mansfield?
Lake Mansfield is owned by LAKE MANSFIELD TROUT CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Mansfield built?
Lake Mansfield was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Mansfield?
Lake Mansfield 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 Mansfield?
Lake Mansfield 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 Lake Mansfield last inspected?
Lake Mansfield was last inspected on June 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.