Weatherhead Hollow Pond
Key Takeaway
Weatherhead Hollow Pond is classified as significant hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 41.8% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00116 |
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
STATE OF VERMONT - DFW
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Weatherhead Hollow Pond?
Weatherhead Hollow Pond 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 Weatherhead Hollow Pond?
Weatherhead Hollow Pond is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weatherhead Hollow Pond built?
Weatherhead Hollow Pond was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Weatherhead Hollow Pond?
Weatherhead Hollow Pond 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 Weatherhead Hollow Pond?
Weatherhead Hollow Pond has a dam height of 17 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 Weatherhead Hollow Pond last inspected?
Weatherhead Hollow Pond was last inspected on June 29, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.