Lowell Lake
Key Takeaway
Lowell Lake is classified as high hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 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 | 16 ft (taller than 37.3% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1850 (176 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00079 |
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
STATE OF VERMONT - FPR
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lowell Lake?
Lowell Lake 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 Lowell Lake?
Lowell Lake is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - FPR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lowell Lake built?
Lowell Lake 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 Lowell Lake?
Lowell Lake 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 Lowell Lake?
Lowell Lake 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 Lowell Lake last inspected?
Lowell Lake was last inspected on July 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.