Rockefeller
Key Takeaway
Rockefeller is classified as significant hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 79.1% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 292 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00280 |
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
FARM AND WILDERNESS FOUNDATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rockefeller?
Rockefeller 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 Rockefeller?
Rockefeller is owned by FARM AND WILDERNESS FOUNDATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rockefeller built?
Rockefeller was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Rockefeller?
Rockefeller 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 Rockefeller?
Rockefeller has a dam height of 31 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 Rockefeller last inspected?
Rockefeller was last inspected on July 22, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.