Dams in Essex County, Vermont
5Total Dams
0High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Essex County, Vermont
Essex County has 5 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 2 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Essex County is 127 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Miles Pond at 23 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miles Pond | Significant | Fair | 23 | Recreation | 1900 |
| Norton Pond | Significant | Not Rated | 15 | Hydroelectric | 1893 |
| Little Averill Pond | Low | Not Rated | 19 | Recreation | 1850 |
| Maidstone Lake | Low | Satisfactory | 12 | Recreation | 1931 |
| Great Averill Pond | Low | Not Rated | 9 | Hydroelectric | 1918 |