Youngs Brook
Key Takeaway
Youngs Brook is classified as significant hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 46 ft (taller than 89.7% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 254 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00165 |
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
RUSSELL GREEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Youngs Brook?
Youngs Brook 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 Youngs Brook?
Youngs Brook is owned by RUSSELL GREEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Youngs Brook built?
Youngs Brook was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Youngs Brook?
Youngs Brook serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Youngs Brook?
Youngs Brook has a dam height of 46 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 Youngs Brook last inspected?
Youngs Brook was last inspected on July 27, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.