East Creek Site No. 2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
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Summary
2, located in Orwell, Vermont, is a state-regulated Fish and Wildlife Pond designed by Haley & Ward in 1964. This Earth dam stands at 7 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 10 feet, serving as a vital resource for the South Fork East Creek and encompassing a drainage area of 13 acres. While the dam has a low hazard potential, its poor condition assessment in 2014 highlights the need for ongoing maintenance and inspection to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Despite its small surface area of 10 acres, East Creek Site No. 2 plays a crucial role in supporting local wildlife and recreational activities. With a maximum storage capacity of 100 acre-feet, this dam serves as a key water resource for the surrounding ecosystem. While it lacks a spillway and outlet gates, its primary purpose of providing habitat for fish and wildlife underscores its importance in preserving biodiversity in the region.
As the primary source agency responsible for this dam, the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) oversees its permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a designated inspection frequency of 10 years and a last assessment conducted in 2014, ongoing efforts are needed to address the dam's poor condition and ensure it continues to fulfill its ecological and recreational functions effectively. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, East Creek Site No. 2 stands as a reminder of the importance of sustainable dam management in maintaining the balance between human development and environmental conservation.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
415 |
Dam Height |
7 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH FORK EAST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
13 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
10 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Area Campgrounds
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Half Moon Pond State Park
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Rogers Rock - DEC
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Bomoseen State Park
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Country Village Campground
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Monitor Bay Campground
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East Creek Site No. 2
Lake George At Rogers Rock Ny
Mount Independence Road Orwell