Reservoir Pond
Key Takeaway
Reservoir Pond is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.8% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 37 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00173 |
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
TOWN OF LUDLOW
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Reservoir Pond?
Reservoir Pond 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 Reservoir Pond?
Reservoir Pond is owned by TOWN OF LUDLOW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reservoir Pond built?
Reservoir Pond was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Reservoir Pond?
Reservoir 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 Reservoir Pond?
Reservoir Pond has a dam height of 7 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 Reservoir Pond last inspected?
Reservoir Pond was last inspected on July 21, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.