Lefferts Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Lefferts Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1909 and is 117 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 37.3% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 440 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 345 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1909 (117 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00019 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lefferts Pond Dam?
Lefferts Pond Dam 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 Lefferts Pond Dam?
Lefferts Pond Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lefferts Pond Dam built?
Lefferts Pond Dam was completed in 1909, making it 117 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 Lefferts Pond Dam?
Lefferts Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lefferts Pond Dam?
Lefferts Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Lefferts Pond Dam last inspected?
Lefferts Pond Dam was last inspected on August 19, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.