Rutland City Reservoir Dike

EAST CREEK-TR· Rutland, Vermont· Built 1954· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Rutland City Reservoir Dike is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 7.2% in VT)
Dam Length270 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage143 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDVT00334

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 13, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

CITY OF RUTLAND

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rutland City Reservoir Dike?

Rutland City Reservoir Dike 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 Rutland City Reservoir Dike?

Rutland City Reservoir Dike is owned by CITY OF RUTLAND (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rutland City Reservoir Dike built?

Rutland City Reservoir Dike was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Rutland City Reservoir Dike?

Rutland City Reservoir Dike serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rutland City Reservoir Dike?

Rutland City Reservoir Dike has a dam height of 9 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 Rutland City Reservoir Dike last inspected?

Rutland City Reservoir Dike was last inspected on July 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.