Great Averill Pond dam
Great Averill Pond
Great Averill Pond, located in Norton, Vermont, is a picturesque water body formed by the Averill Creek. This reservoir serves a primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation, with a dam type classified as Earth and a height of 9 feet. Completed in 1918, the dam has a storage capacity of 7,000 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 812 acres, making it a significant water resource in Essex County.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Great Averill Pond is an important asset for both hydroelectric production and recreational activities. The dam's structure, primarily made of stone core supported by rock and soil foundations, contributes to its reliability and longevity. The reservoir's location in the New England District further underscores its importance in the regional water management system.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Great Averill Pond remains a key feature in Vermont's water infrastructure. As a valuable resource for both energy production and outdoor recreation, this reservoir exemplifies the intersection of water resource management and climate-friendly practices. Its history, design, and purpose make it a noteworthy site for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
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 Great Averill Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut R Below Indian Stream Nr Pittsburg | 567 cfs | → |
| Connecticut River At North Stratford | 1,960 cfs | → |
| Clyde River At Newport | 582 cfs | → |
| East Branch Passumpsic River Near East Haven | 154 cfs | → |
| Upper Ammonoosuc River Near Groveton | 739 cfs | → |
| Black River At Coventry | 395 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Great Averill Pond.
Boat launches
- Cottage Road Averill
- Jackson Road 2281, Averill
- Lake Access Road Canaan
- Norton Lake Access Road 213, Warren's Gore
- Back Pond Boat Launch
- Fishing Access Road Holland
Track Great Averill Pond 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 Great Averill Pond
Where does the data for Great Averill Pond 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 Great Averill Pond.