Gage - North Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gage - South Dam Passumpsic
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Gage - North Dam, located in Passumpsic, Vermont, is a concrete gravity dam built in 1921 primarily for hydroelectric purposes on the Passumpsic River.
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Summary
With a height of 13 feet and a length of 196 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 413 square miles. The dam's spillway, with a width of 176 feet, is uncontrolled, and the maximum discharge capacity is 22,260 cubic feet per second.
Managed by a public utility, the dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and is not regulated by the state. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating. The last inspection in 2017 revealed that the condition assessment was not available, and there is no information on emergency action plans or risk management measures in place. Overall, Gage - North Dam plays a crucial role in the local water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region, highlighting the importance of monitoring and maintaining such infrastructure for sustainable energy production and environmental protection.
Year Completed |
1921 |
Dam Length |
196 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
Passumpsic River |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
15 |
Drainage Area |
413 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
13 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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