Lyndon State College (Upper)
Key Takeaway
Lyndon State College (Upper) is classified as significant hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 0.3% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00359 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
STATE OF VERMONT - LSC
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lyndon State College (Upper)?
Lyndon State College (Upper) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lyndon State College (Upper)?
Lyndon State College (Upper) is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - LSC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lyndon State College (Upper) built?
Lyndon State College (Upper) was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Lyndon State College (Upper)?
Lyndon State College (Upper) 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 Lyndon State College (Upper)?
Lyndon State College (Upper) has a dam height of 6 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 Lyndon State College (Upper) last inspected?
Lyndon State College (Upper) was last inspected on July 7, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.