Milton

Lamoille River· Chittenden, Vermont· Built 1929· Concrete· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Hydroelectric Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Milton is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 66% in VT)
Dam Length144 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage93 acre-ft
Normal Storage93 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area690 sq mi
Max Discharge83,000 cfs
Year Completed1929 (97 years old)
NID IDVT00032

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 13, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Green Mountain Power Corporation

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Milton?

Milton 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 Milton?

Milton is owned by Green Mountain Power Corporation (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Milton built?

Milton was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Milton?

Milton serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Milton?

Milton has a dam height of 25 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 Milton last inspected?

Milton was last inspected on June 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.