Schmidt

COY BROOK· Rutland, Vermont· Built 1970· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Schmidt is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 9.5% in VT)
Dam Length85 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage81 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDVT00106

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: August 18, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

GREG ROSENTHAL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Schmidt?

Schmidt 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 Schmidt?

Schmidt is owned by GREG ROSENTHAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Schmidt built?

Schmidt 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 Schmidt?

Schmidt 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 Schmidt?

Schmidt has a dam height of 10 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 Schmidt last inspected?

Schmidt was last inspected on August 18, 2014. 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.