Burbee Pond dam
Burbee Pond
Burbee Pond, located in Windham, Vermont, is a private recreational area known for its serene setting and picturesque surroundings. The dam, constructed in 1920, stands at a height of 13 feet and holds a storage capacity of 220 acre-feet. The pond covers a surface area of 34 acres and is fed by Turkey Mountain Brook, making it a vital water resource in the region.
Despite its historical significance and recreational value, Burbee Pond faces challenges in terms of its condition assessment, which has been deemed poor. The dam's hazard potential is categorized as low, but its structural integrity is a cause for concern. The last inspection in 2007 highlighted the need for maintenance and improvements to ensure the safety and longevity of the structure.
With the state of Vermont regulating and inspecting the dam, efforts are being made to address the maintenance issues and enhance the pond's overall safety. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Burbee Pond serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and preserving our natural water bodies for both recreational enjoyment and environmental sustainability.
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 Burbee Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| West River At Jamaica | 419 cfs | → |
| West River Below Townshend Dam Near Townshend | 46 cfs | → |
| Saxtons River At Saxtons River | 19 cfs | → |
| Williams River Near Rockingham Vt | 197 cfs | → |
| Connecticut River At North Walpole | 18,700 cfs | → |
| Black River At North Springfield | 300 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Burbee Pond.
Boat launches
- Winhall Station Road Londonderry
- Ice House Road Londonderry
- Gale Meadow Road Londonderry
- Town Shed Road Manchester
- Dufresne Pond Road Manchester
- Connecticut River Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Jamaica State Park
- Winhall Brook
- Townshend State Park
- Horseshoe Acres Campground
- Hapgood Pond Recreation Area
- Hapgood Pond
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- First Bridge Upstream On Route 100 To Confluence With West River
- Headwaters To First Bridge Upstream On Route 100
- End Of Kendall Farm Road To Confluence With West River
- Headwaters To End Of Kendall Farm Road
- Headwaters To Crossing Of Route 100 Near Route 155
- Headwaters To Confluence With West River (End Of Sherman Road)
More reservoirs
Track Burbee Pond in the Snoflo app
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About Burbee Pond
Where does the data for Burbee Pond 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 Low 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 Burbee Pond.