Bloch, located in Stowe, Vermont, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1967 by USDA NRCS. This dam, primarily used for recreation, has a height of 36 feet and a length of 225 feet, with a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. It spans the Barrows Brook-TR river and is regulated by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.

The dam has a significant hazard potential and a fair condition assessment as of its last inspection in July 2016. It has a moderate risk assessment rating and is under the jurisdiction of the New England District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam's spillway width is not specified. While there are no associated locks or gates, the dam is equipped with stone core and soil foundation. With its picturesque location and recreational purpose, Bloch serves as an essential water resource in Lamoille County, Vermont, for both locals and visitors alike.