Woodward Reservoir dam
Woodward Reservoir
Woodward Reservoir, located in Windsor, Vermont, is a privately owned water resource with a primary purpose of recreation. The reservoir, completed in 1984, has a dam height of 33 feet and a storage capacity of 3000 acre-feet. With a surface area of 105 acres and a drainage area of 2.87 square miles, Woodward Reservoir provides a picturesque setting for water and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming.
Managed by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation, Woodward Reservoir is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure safety and compliance. The dam, primarily made of earth and stone with rock and soil foundations, has a structural height of 47 feet and a length of 165 feet. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the reservoir is currently in fair condition with inspection frequency of once per year. While emergency action plans and risk assessments are still pending, the reservoir remains a popular destination for both locals and visitors seeking recreational opportunities in a natural setting.
With its scenic location along Reservoir Brook and proximity to the city of Plymouth, Woodward Reservoir offers a serene escape for water enthusiasts seeking outdoor adventures. The reservoir's association with the New England District of the US Army Corps of Engineers underscores its importance in water resource management and environmental conservation efforts. As a reservoir that balances recreation with regulatory oversight, Woodward Reservoir serves as a vital water resource for the community while providing a haven for nature lovers to appreciate the beauty of Vermont's landscape.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Woodward Reservoir -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ottauquechee River Near West Bridgewater | 51 cfs | → |
| Otter Creek At Center Rutland | 643 cfs | → |
| White River At West Hartford | 1,260 cfs | → |
| Ottauquechee River At North Hartland | 419 cfs | → |
| Black River At North Springfield | 209 cfs | → |
| Connecticut River At West Lebanon | 7,840 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Woodward Reservoir.
Boat launches
- Vt 100 Plymouth
- Fishing Access Road Ludlow
- Chittenden Dam Access Road Chittenden
- Sanders Road Bethel
- Connecticut River Boat Launch
- Kinni Kinnic Lane Poultney
Campgrounds
- Calvin Coolidge State Park
- Gifford Woods State Park
- Forest Campsite With Stream & Fire Ring
- Silver Lake State Park
- Little Rock Pond Tenting Area
- Little Rock Pond/Green Mountain Loop
Fishing spots
Track Woodward Reservoir in the Snoflo app
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About Woodward Reservoir
Where does the data for Woodward Reservoir come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Woodward Reservoir.