Stratton Mountain Lake
Key Takeaway
Stratton Mountain Lake is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 49.6% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 1,070 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00256 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
STRATTON CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stratton Mountain Lake?
Stratton Mountain Lake 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 Stratton Mountain Lake?
Stratton Mountain Lake is owned by STRATTON CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stratton Mountain Lake built?
Stratton Mountain Lake was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Stratton Mountain Lake?
Stratton Mountain Lake 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 Stratton Mountain Lake?
Stratton Mountain Lake has a dam height of 19 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 Stratton Mountain Lake last inspected?
Stratton Mountain Lake was last inspected on August 3, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.