Lake Runnemede dam
Lake Runnemede
Lake Runnemede, also known as Evarts Pond, is a picturesque Earth dam structure located in Windsor, Vermont, along the Connecticut River. Built in 1883, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. With a height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 595 acre-feet, Lake Runnemede covers a surface area of 63 acres and has a drainage area of 0.23 square miles.
Managed by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Lake Runnemede is classified as a state-regulated water resource, with regular inspections conducted to ensure its structural integrity. The dam, made of stone core and soil foundation, stands at a length of 1080 feet and presents a significant hazard potential, yet is assessed to be in fair condition as of July 2020. Despite its age, Lake Runnemede continues to attract visitors seeking outdoor recreation opportunities in a tranquil natural setting.
As a key feature of the local landscape, Lake Runnemede not only serves as a recreational haven but also plays a vital role in water resource management in Windsor, Vermont. With its historical significance dating back over a century, this Earth dam structure stands as a testament to the enduring importance of preserving and maintaining our natural waterways for future generations. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Runnemede offers a unique opportunity to appreciate the intersection of human engineering with the beauty of nature in a harmonious balance.
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 Lake Runnemede -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar River At West Claremont | 1,190 cfs | → |
| Ottauquechee River At North Hartland | 658 cfs | → |
| Connecticut River At West Lebanon | 24,000 cfs | → |
| Black River At North Springfield | 521 cfs | → |
| White River At West Hartford | 2,330 cfs | → |
| Williams River Near Rockingham Vt | 263 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lake Runnemede.
Boat launches
- Connecticut River Boat Launch
- Lake Coniston (Long Pond) Boat Launch
- Perkins Pond Boat Launch
- Mascoma Lake Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Mt. Ascutney State Park
- Ascutney Mt Stone Hut
- Quechee State Park
- Tree Farm Campground
- Forest Campsite With Stream & Fire Ring
- Northstar Campground
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To Crossing Of Route 100 Near Route 155
- Headwaters To Woodstock, Vt
- Confluence With Otter Creek To Ten Kilns Brook
- Source Above Fr 55 To Proclamation Boundary (Stony Brook)
- South Wallington To Emerald Lake
- First Bridge Upstream On Route 100 To Confluence With West River
Track Lake Runnemede in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Lake Runnemede
Where does the data for Lake Runnemede 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 Significant 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 Lake Runnemede.