North
Key Takeaway
North is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 52.6% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00123 |
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
DAN PURJES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of North?
North 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 North?
North is owned by DAN PURJES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North built?
North was completed in 1967, making it 59 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?
North 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 North?
North has a dam height of 20 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 last inspected?
North was last inspected on July 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.