Norford Lake
Key Takeaway
Norford Lake is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 37.3% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 309 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00264 |
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
NORFORD LAKE CLUB, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Norford Lake?
Norford Lake 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 Norford Lake?
Norford Lake is owned by NORFORD LAKE CLUB, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Norford Lake built?
Norford Lake was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Norford Lake?
Norford 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 Norford Lake?
Norford 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 Norford Lake last inspected?
Norford Lake was last inspected on October 2, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.