Weybridge East
Key Takeaway
Weybridge East is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76.9% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 114 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 62 acres |
| Drainage Area | 750 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 46,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00047 |
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
Green Mountain Power Corporation
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Weybridge East?
Weybridge East 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 Weybridge East?
Weybridge East is owned by Green Mountain Power Corporation (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weybridge East built?
Weybridge East was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Weybridge East?
Weybridge East serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Weybridge East?
Weybridge East has a dam height of 30 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 Weybridge East last inspected?
Weybridge East was last inspected on September 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.