Youngs Brook dam
Youngs Brook
Youngs Brook, also known as Clark Hill Reservoir, is a private water resource located in West Rutland, Vermont. Managed by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation, this dam stands at 46 feet tall and was completed in 1920. With a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.85 square miles, Youngs Brook plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and providing essential resources to the surrounding area.
Despite its age, Youngs Brook dam is considered to be in fair condition, with a significant hazard potential. The last inspection in July 2019 indicated that the dam meets regulatory standards and has a designated emergency action plan. However, the structure is under regular monitoring with an inspection frequency of 3 years to ensure its safety and integrity. The dam's purpose, classified as "Other," highlights its importance in the local ecosystem and water management strategies.
In the event of an emergency, it is essential to have accurate inundation maps and risk management measures in place to mitigate potential risks associated with the dam. While Youngs Brook has not been assigned a Dam Safety Action Classification (DSAC) date, continuous monitoring and adherence to safety guidelines are crucial to safeguarding the surrounding community and environment. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the condition and management of dams like Youngs Brook is vital for sustainable water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Vermont.
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 Youngs Brook -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Otter Creek At Center Rutland | 643 cfs | → |
| Poultney River Below Fair Haven | 352 cfs | → |
| Mettawee River Near Middle Granville Ny | 263 cfs | → |
| Ottauquechee River Near West Bridgewater | 51 cfs | → |
| Mettawee River Near Pawlet | 215 cfs | → |
| Otter Creek At Middlebury | 1,270 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Youngs Brook.
Boat launches
- Kinni Kinnic Lane Poultney
- West Lake Road Wells
- Chittenden Dam Access Road Chittenden
- Lhcs Road Hubbardton
- Sudbury
- Willowbrook Road Sudbury
Campgrounds
- St. Catherine State Park
- Bomoseen State Park
- Half Moon Pond State Park
- Little Rock Pond Tenting Area
- Little Rock Pond/Green Mountain Loop
- Gifford Woods State Park
Fishing spots
Track Youngs Brook 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 Youngs Brook
Where does the data for Youngs Brook 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 Youngs Brook.