Windsor Minerals Pond #10, also known as Cwm Tailings Pond #10, is a private tailings pond located in West Windsor, Vermont.
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Constructed in 1982 by SOILS ENGINEERING, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet with a length of 1550 feet, providing storage for 65 acre-feet of water. The pond serves primarily for tailings purposes and is regulated by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation.
With a surface area of 8 acres and a drainage area of 0.04 square miles, Windsor Minerals Pond #10 has a low hazard potential and is currently in satisfactory condition. The dam has a spillway width of 0 feet and is inspected every 10 years, with the last assessment conducted in September 2013. The pond is situated along Mill Brook-TR and is monitored for state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Windsor Minerals Pond #10 offers a fascinating glimpse into the engineering and management of a tailings pond in Vermont. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam serves an important purpose in storing water for industrial processes while maintaining environmental standards. As efforts continue to monitor and assess its condition, this pond stands as a testament to responsible water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
1550 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
MILL BROOK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
65 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
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