Plymouth Notch Snowmaking Pond
Key Takeaway
Plymouth Notch Snowmaking Pond is classified as significant hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 37.3% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00367 |
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
PLYMOUTH NOTCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Plymouth Notch Snowmaking Pond?
Plymouth Notch Snowmaking Pond 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 Plymouth Notch Snowmaking Pond?
Plymouth Notch Snowmaking Pond is owned by PLYMOUTH NOTCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Plymouth Notch Snowmaking Pond built?
Plymouth Notch Snowmaking Pond was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Plymouth Notch Snowmaking Pond?
Plymouth Notch Snowmaking Pond 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 Plymouth Notch Snowmaking Pond?
Plymouth Notch Snowmaking Pond 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 Plymouth Notch Snowmaking Pond last inspected?
Plymouth Notch Snowmaking Pond was last inspected on July 21, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.