Woodside
Key Takeaway
Woodside is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 60.2% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 156 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 56 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 927 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1895 (131 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00206 |
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
Mr. & Mrs. Robert M. Woodside
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodside?
Woodside 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 Woodside?
Woodside is owned by Mr. & Mrs. Robert M. Woodside (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodside built?
Woodside was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 Woodside?
Woodside 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 Woodside?
Woodside has a dam height of 22 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 Woodside last inspected?
Woodside was last inspected on June 25, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.