Smugglers Notch Village
Key Takeaway
Smugglers Notch Village is classified as significant hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76.9% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 195 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00299 |
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
SMUGGLERS NOTCH MGT. CO., LTD.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smugglers Notch Village?
Smugglers Notch Village 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 Smugglers Notch Village?
Smugglers Notch Village is owned by SMUGGLERS NOTCH MGT. CO., LTD. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smugglers Notch Village built?
Smugglers Notch Village was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Smugglers Notch Village?
Smugglers Notch Village 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 Smugglers Notch Village?
Smugglers Notch Village has a dam height of 30 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 Smugglers Notch Village last inspected?
Smugglers Notch Village was last inspected on August 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.