Stewart dam
Stewart
Located in Goshen, Vermont, Stewart is a privately owned dam designed by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes on the Dutton Brook-TR river. Completed in 1969, this earth-type dam stands 20 feet tall with a structural height of 22 feet and a length of 1280 feet. It has a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 11 acres, serving as a popular spot for outdoor activities in the area.
Although Stewart has a low hazard potential and is currently assessed to be in fair condition, it is subject to state regulation and inspection by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it is equipped with stone core and soil foundation. With a drainage area of 0.24 square miles, Stewart plays a crucial role in water resource management and offers opportunities for recreational enjoyment for locals and visitors alike.
Despite its moderate risk rating, Stewart remains a valuable asset in the region, with emergency preparedness measures and risk management strategies in place. With a history of consistent inspections and maintenance, this dam continues to contribute to the environmental and social well-being of the community while providing a safe and enjoyable space for outdoor recreation enthusiasts to appreciate Vermont's natural beauty.
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 Stewart -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Otter Creek At Middlebury | 1,030 cfs | → |
| New Haven River At Brooksville Nr Middlebury | 163 cfs | → |
| Ayers Brook At Randolph | 53 cfs | → |
| Otter Creek At Center Rutland | 564 cfs | → |
| Putnam Creek East Of Crown Point Center Ny | 373 cfs | → |
| Ottauquechee River Near West Bridgewater | 47 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Stewart.
Boat launches
- Willowbrook Road Sudbury
- Sudbury
- Chittenden Dam Access Road Chittenden
- Lhcs Road Hubbardton
- Mount Independence Road Orwell
- Hanson Road Shoreham
Campgrounds
- Silver Lake Campground
- Moosalamoo
- Moosalamoo Campground
- Branbury State Park
- Lake Dunmore Kampersville
- Bingo
Fishing spots
- Lefferts Pond Area
- Black Pond Access Point
- Combination Pond
- Moses Pond
- Heinburg Bridge Fishing Access Pier
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To End Of Fs Road 243
- End Of Fs Road 243 To Neshobe River
- Confluence With Alder Creek To Confluence With Middlebury River
- Proclamation Boundary To Proclamation Boundary
- Headwaters To Folsom Brook
- Source Above Fr 55 To Proclamation Boundary (Stony Brook)
More reservoirs
Track Stewart 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 Stewart
Where does the data for Stewart 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 Stewart.