North Branch Fire District No. 1
Key Takeaway
North Branch Fire District No. 1 is classified as significant hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 82.2% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 2,320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00289 |
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
NORTH BRANCH FIRE DISTRICT NO. 1
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of North Branch Fire District No. 1?
North Branch Fire District No. 1 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 North Branch Fire District No. 1?
North Branch Fire District No. 1 is owned by NORTH BRANCH FIRE DISTRICT NO. 1 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North Branch Fire District No. 1 built?
North Branch Fire District No. 1 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 North Branch Fire District No. 1?
North Branch Fire District No. 1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is North Branch Fire District No. 1?
North Branch Fire District No. 1 has a dam height of 33 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 North Branch Fire District No. 1 last inspected?
North Branch Fire District No. 1 was last inspected on June 20, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.