Stone Bridge

DEAD CREEK· Addison, Vermont· Built 1957· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Stone Bridge is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 17% in VT)
Dam Length970 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage3.7K acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area441 acres
Drainage Area50 sq mi
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDVT00140

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: May 12, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

STATE OF VERMONT - DFW

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stone Bridge?

Stone Bridge 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 Stone Bridge?

Stone Bridge is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stone Bridge built?

Stone Bridge was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Stone Bridge?

Stone Bridge serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Stone Bridge?

Stone Bridge has a dam height of 11 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 Stone Bridge last inspected?

Stone Bridge was last inspected on May 12, 2004. 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.