Thurman W. Dix Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Thurman W. Dix Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 91.1% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 119 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00069 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF BARRE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Thurman W. Dix Reservoir?
Thurman W. Dix Reservoir is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Thurman W. Dix Reservoir?
Thurman W. Dix Reservoir is owned by CITY OF BARRE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thurman W. Dix Reservoir built?
Thurman W. Dix Reservoir was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Thurman W. Dix Reservoir?
Thurman W. Dix Reservoir 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 Thurman W. Dix Reservoir?
Thurman W. Dix Reservoir has a dam height of 50 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 Thurman W. Dix Reservoir last inspected?
Thurman W. Dix Reservoir was last inspected on July 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.