Rood Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 23, 2025

Rood Pond, located in Williamstown, Vermont, is a picturesque water resource nestled in the heart of Orange County.


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Summary

This state-regulated recreational site sits along the Second Branch White River-TR, offering a tranquil retreat for water and climate enthusiasts alike. With a dam height of 13 feet and a storage capacity of 235 acre-feet, Rood Pond boasts a surface area of 23 acres and a drainage area of 0.54 square miles.

Managed by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Rood Pond has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of its last inspection in July 2012. The dam, primarily constructed from earth and stone, stands at a structural height of 16 feet and spans 270 feet in length. While the primary purpose of Rood Pond is for recreation, its design and regulatory oversight ensure the safety and enjoyment of visitors to this idyllic water body.

Despite its modest size and capacity, Rood Pond offers a serene environment for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. With its state-mandated inspections, permitting, and enforcement mechanisms in place, this charming water resource serves as a model of responsible management and stewardship in the realm of water conservation and climate resilience.

Dam Length

270

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

SECOND BRANCH WHITE RIVER-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

23

Hydraulic Height

13

Drainage Area

0.54

Nid Storage

235

Structural Height

16

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

16
       
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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.