Colton Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Colton Pond, also known as Pine Pond, is a state-owned recreational water resource located in Rutland, Vermont.


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Summary

Managed by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation, this serene body of water is nestled in Killington and is fed by the South Branch Tweed River. The dam at Colton Pond, completed in 1964, serves a primary purpose of recreation and stands at a height of 19 feet, with a structural height of 21 feet and a length of 140 feet.

Despite its picturesque setting, Colton Pond poses a significant hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of the last inspection in June 2015. In the event of an emergency, the preparedness and risk assessment measures remain unclear, raising concerns about its ability to withstand potential threats. With a drainage area of 0.77 square miles and a storage capacity of 330 acre-feet, this gravity dam is an integral part of the local landscape, yet its maintenance and safety protocols may require further attention to ensure the well-being of the surrounding community and environment.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Length

140

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

SOUTH BRANCH TWEED RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Surface Area

30

Hydraulic Height

19

Drainage Area

0.77

Nid Storage

330

Structural Height

21

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

21
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.