Lake Shaftsbury
Key Takeaway
Lake Shaftsbury is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 17% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00103 |
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 - FPR
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Shaftsbury?
Lake Shaftsbury 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 Shaftsbury?
Lake Shaftsbury is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - FPR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Shaftsbury built?
Lake Shaftsbury was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Shaftsbury?
Lake Shaftsbury 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 Shaftsbury?
Lake Shaftsbury 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 Shaftsbury last inspected?
Lake Shaftsbury was last inspected on July 7, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.