Lake Bomoseen dam
Lake Bomoseen
Lake Bomoseen, located in Rutland, Vermont, is a captivating destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts. This state-regulated lake is owned by the State of Vermont and is primarily used for recreation. The dam that forms Lake Bomoseen is a concrete structure completed in 1850, with a height of 11 feet and a length of 45 feet. The lake has a surface area of 2360 acres and a drainage area of 37 square miles, making it a significant water resource in the region.
Despite its age, the dam at Lake Bomoseen has a low hazard potential and is in fair condition, as assessed in July 2018. The last inspection of the dam took place in July 2016, with a regular inspection frequency of every 10 years. While the dam's primary purpose is for recreation, it also serves as a critical water resource for the surrounding area. With its picturesque setting and historical significance, Lake Bomoseen offers a unique opportunity for visitors to appreciate the intersection of water management and environmental conservation.
As one explores the shores of Lake Bomoseen, they can marvel at the multi-arch dam structure and the rock foundation that supports it. The lake's association with the Castleton River adds to its ecological importance, contributing to the overall health of the water system in the area. With its rich history, recreational opportunities, and regulatory oversight by the State of Vermont, Lake Bomoseen stands as a shining example of responsible water resource management in the face of climate challenges.
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 Lake Bomoseen -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Poultney River Below Fair Haven | 311 cfs | → |
| Mettawee River Near Middle Granville Ny | 244 cfs | → |
| Otter Creek At Center Rutland | 606 cfs | → |
| Mettawee River Near Pawlet | 215 cfs | → |
| Ottauquechee River Near West Bridgewater | 106 cfs | → |
| Putnam Creek East Of Crown Point Center Ny | 373 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lake Bomoseen.
Boat launches
- Kinni Kinnic Lane Poultney
- Skenesborough Drive 4, Whitehall
- Lhcs Road Hubbardton
- South Bay State Boat Launch
- Lake Road 4819, Benson
- West Lake Road Wells
Campgrounds
- Bomoseen State Park
- Half Moon Pond State Park
- St. Catherine State Park
- Country Village Campground
- Rogers Rock - Dec
- Little Rock Pond Tenting Area
Fishing spots
Track Lake Bomoseen 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 Lake Bomoseen
Where does the data for Lake Bomoseen 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 Lake Bomoseen.