Village At Dorset Park Pond #3
Key Takeaway
Village At Dorset Park Pond #3 is classified as significant hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 25.3% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 40 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00370 |
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
DORSET PARK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Village At Dorset Park Pond #3?
Village At Dorset Park Pond #3 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 Village At Dorset Park Pond #3?
Village At Dorset Park Pond #3 is owned by DORSET PARK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Village At Dorset Park Pond #3 built?
Village At Dorset Park Pond #3 was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Village At Dorset Park Pond #3?
Village At Dorset Park Pond #3 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Village At Dorset Park Pond #3?
Village At Dorset Park Pond #3 has a dam height of 13 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 Village At Dorset Park Pond #3 last inspected?
Village At Dorset Park Pond #3 was last inspected on July 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.