Miles Pond
Key Takeaway
Miles Pond is classified as significant hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 49.6% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 206 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00062 |
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 - DEC
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Miles Pond?
Miles Pond 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 Miles Pond?
Miles Pond is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - DEC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miles Pond built?
Miles Pond was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Miles Pond?
Miles Pond 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 Miles Pond?
Miles Pond has a dam height of 19 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 Miles Pond last inspected?
Miles Pond was last inspected on July 20, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.