Harveys Lake dam
Harveys Lake
Harveys Lake in Barnet, Vermont, is a picturesque water resource managed by the local government for recreational purposes. Constructed in 1970 by the NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 2,700 acre-feet. Situated on the Stevens River, the concrete structure is designed for both function and beauty, with a surface area of 409 acres providing ample space for water enthusiasts to enjoy various activities.
Despite being regulated by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation and undergoing regular inspections, Harveys Lake is classified as having a significant hazard potential. The dam's condition was last assessed as fair in November 2017, with an inspection frequency of three years. While the dam's primary purpose is for recreation, the surrounding area benefits from its presence as a vital resource for water supply, irrigation, and flood control. With its multi-arch core and gravity design, Harveys Lake is a testament to engineering excellence in balancing environmental stewardship with human enjoyment.
Visitors to Harveys Lake can appreciate not only its structural beauty but also its importance in maintaining the region's ecological balance. As climate change continues to impact water resources, this man-made reservoir serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human needs and environmental conservation. With proper management and community engagement, Harveys Lake will continue to provide a haven for water and climate enthusiasts alike for generations to come.
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 Harveys Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Passumpsic River At Passumpsic | 1,110 cfs | → |
| Sleepers River (Site W-5) Near St. Johnsbury | 98 cfs | → |
| Wells River At Wells River | 241 cfs | → |
| Pope Brook (Site W-3) Nr. N. Danville | 9 cfs | → |
| Connecticut River At Wells River | 5,320 cfs | → |
| East Orange Branch At East Orange | 27 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Harveys Lake.
Boat launches
- Camp Road Peacham
- Taylor Road Peacham
- Harveys Hollow Road Peacham
- Peacham Pond Boat Ramp
- Molly's Pond Boat Launch
- North Pond Road Walden
Campgrounds
- Big Deer State Park
- Stillwater State Park
- Ricker Pond State Park
- New Discovery State Park
- Sugar Ridge Rv Resort
- Crazy Horse Family Campground
Paddle runs
- Headwaters At Profile Lake To Southern Boundary Of Franconia Notch State Park
- Woodstock/Thornton Town Line To Thornton Railroad Bridge
- Thornton Railroad Bridge To Bridgewater/Bristol Town Line
- Headwaters To Folsom Brook
- Proclamation Boundary To Proclamation Boundary
- Source Above Fr 55 To Proclamation Boundary (Stony Brook)
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Track Harveys Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Harveys Lake
Where does the data for Harveys Lake 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 Harveys Lake.