Beaver Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 16, 2025

Beaver Pond, located in Rutland, Vermont, is a recreational earth dam completed in 1920 with a height of 10 feet and a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet.


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Summary

The dam sits on Otter Creek-TR and covers a surface area of 10 acres, serving as a popular spot for outdoor activities in the Proctor area. Despite its low hazard potential, Beaver Pond has been rated as in poor condition, with its last inspection conducted in May 2005.

Managed by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Beaver Pond is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspections, and enforcement. While the dam's primary purpose is for recreation, its current state of disrepair raises concerns about its long-term safety and sustainability. With a drainage area of 0.46 square miles and a risk assessment pending, there is a need for proactive risk management measures to ensure the community's safety and the preservation of this vital water resource.

As a key feature of the local landscape, Beaver Pond serves as a valuable recreational and environmental asset to the community. With its structural integrity in question and its condition assessed as poor, stakeholders must work together to address maintenance and repair needs to safeguard this water resource for future generations. The collaboration between local government, state agencies, and the public will be crucial in ensuring the continued functionality and safety of Beaver Pond for all who enjoy its beauty and amenities.

Year Completed

1920

Dam Length

50

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

OTTER CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

10

Drainage Area

0.46

Nid Storage

75

Structural Height

10

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

10
       
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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.