Payson
Key Takeaway
Payson is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 25.3% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00265 |
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
HENRY PAYSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Payson?
Payson 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 Payson?
Payson is owned by HENRY PAYSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Payson built?
Payson 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 Payson?
Payson 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 Payson?
Payson has a dam height of 13 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 Payson last inspected?
Payson was last inspected on October 2, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.