Lake Pinneo
Key Takeaway
Lake Pinneo is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.5% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 6,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 430 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00258 |
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
QUECHEE LAKES LANDOWNERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Pinneo?
Lake Pinneo 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 Pinneo?
Lake Pinneo is owned by QUECHEE LAKES LANDOWNERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Pinneo built?
Lake Pinneo was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Pinneo?
Lake Pinneo 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 Pinneo?
Lake Pinneo has a dam height of 10 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 Pinneo last inspected?
Lake Pinneo was last inspected on July 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.