The Pogue dam
The Pogue
The Pogue, also known as Pogue Dam, is a Federal-owned recreational water resource located in Woodstock, Vermont. Built in 1895, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a capacity of 115 acre-feet. Situated on the Barnard Brook-Tr river, The Pogue covers a surface area of 14 acres and serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities such as fishing and boating.
Despite its low hazard potential and unregulated status by the state, The Pogue has not been rated for its condition assessment as of the last inspection in 1997. With a primary purpose of recreation, this dam offers a tranquil setting for visitors to enjoy nature and engage in water-based recreational activities. The surrounding area in Windsor County, Vermont, provides a picturesque backdrop for those interested in exploring the water resources and climate of the region.
As a Federal-owned structure, The Pogue continues to attract water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to appreciate the historical significance and natural beauty of this dam. While its current condition assessment is not available, the recreational opportunities and scenic surroundings make The Pogue a must-visit destination for those interested in exploring the intersection of water resources and climate in Vermont.
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 The Pogue -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| White River At West Hartford | 2,330 cfs | → |
| Ottauquechee River At North Hartland | 658 cfs | → |
| Ottauquechee River Near West Bridgewater | 79 cfs | → |
| Connecticut River At West Lebanon | 24,000 cfs | → |
| Ompompanoosuc River At Union Village | 16 cfs | → |
| Sugar River At West Claremont | 1,190 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near The Pogue.
Boat launches
- Connecticut River Boat Launch
- Vt 100 Plymouth
- Sanders Road Bethel
- Fishing Access Road Ludlow
- Mascoma Lake Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Forest Campsite With Stream & Fire Ring
- Quechee State Park
- Silver Lake State Park
- Calvin Coolidge State Park
- Ascutney Mt Stone Hut
- Gifford Woods State Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To Woodstock, Vt
- Source Above Fr 55 To Proclamation Boundary (Stony Brook)
- Headwaters To Crossing Of Route 100 Near Route 155
- Confluence With Otter Creek To Ten Kilns Brook
- South Wallington To Emerald Lake
- End Of Fs Road 243 To Neshobe River
More reservoirs
Track The Pogue 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 The Pogue
Where does the data for The Pogue 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 The Pogue.