Parsons Mill
Key Takeaway
Parsons Mill is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 29.8% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 135 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 22 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00105 |
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
RICHARD & RACHELLE LENCHUS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Parsons Mill?
Parsons Mill 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 Parsons Mill?
Parsons Mill is owned by RICHARD & RACHELLE LENCHUS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Parsons Mill built?
Parsons Mill 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 Parsons Mill?
Parsons Mill 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 Parsons Mill?
Parsons Mill has a dam height of 14 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 Parsons Mill last inspected?
Parsons Mill was last inspected on August 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.