Huntington Falls dam
Huntington Falls
Huntington Falls, located in Weybridge, Vermont, is a captivating hydroelectric dam completed in 1910 to harness the power of Otter Creek. With a dam height of 34 feet and a length of 187 feet, this concrete structure boasts a storage capacity of 250 acre-feet, serving as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area. The dam's spillway, measuring 170 feet wide, allows for controlled release of water to prevent flooding during high discharge periods.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Huntington Falls has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3. Despite its age, the dam remains in good condition with inspections occurring every three years. The dam's emergency action plan dates back to 2007, ensuring preparedness in case of any unforeseen events. With its historical significance and ongoing contribution to the region's water resource management, Huntington Falls stands as a testament to sustainable hydroelectric power generation.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Huntington Falls offers a fascinating glimpse into the intersection of infrastructure, energy, and environmental stewardship. Its role in harnessing the power of Otter Creek while mitigating risks and ensuring safety underscores the importance of sustainable hydroelectric projects in meeting the growing energy needs of communities. As a landmark in Vermont's water resource management landscape, Huntington Falls serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between technological progress and environmental conservation in a changing climate.
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 Huntington Falls -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| New Haven River At Brooksville Nr Middlebury | 214 cfs | → |
| Otter Creek At Middlebury | 1,530 cfs | → |
| Little Otter Creek At Ferrisburg | 84 cfs | → |
| Lewis Creek At North Ferrisburg | 142 cfs | → |
| Putnam Creek East Of Crown Point Center Ny | 373 cfs | → |
| Laplatte River At Shelburne Falls | 71 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Huntington Falls .
Boat launches
- Vt 17 Addison
- Vt 125 Addison
- Button Bay Public Boat Access
- Hawkins Road Ferrisburgh
- Bridge Road Essex County
- Fort Cassin Road Ferrisburgh
Campgrounds
- Dar State Park
- D.A.R State Park
- Button Bay State Park
- Sparks Landing Primitive Campsite
- Lake Dunmore Kampersville
- Crown Point - Dec
Fishing spots
- Black Pond Access Point
- Lefferts Pond Area
- Heinburg Bridge Fishing Access Pier
- Combination Pond
- Moses Pond
Track Huntington Falls in the Snoflo app
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About Huntington Falls
Where does the data for Huntington Falls 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 Huntington Falls .