Martin dam
Martin
Martin is a private recreational dam located in Pomfret, Vermont, along Cloudland Brook. Built in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 30 feet in height and stretches 410 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and is regulated by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation.
With a significant hazard potential, Martin has been inspected regularly, with the last assessment conducted in September 2015 and an inspection frequency of three years. The dam's condition was deemed satisfactory during the assessment, indicating that it is currently stable and functioning as intended. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam has no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared, raising concerns over emergency preparedness in case of potential incidents.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Martin an intriguing structure, showcasing the importance of proper dam management and regulation in safeguarding communities and the environment. Its location in Windsor County, Vermont, under the jurisdiction of the DEC, highlights the collaborative efforts between state and federal agencies in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources. However, the lack of an EAP and updated emergency contact information underscores the need for proactive risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards associated with the dam.
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 Martin -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| White River At West Hartford | 2,330 cfs | → |
| Ottauquechee River At North Hartland | 658 cfs | → |
| Connecticut River At West Lebanon | 24,000 cfs | → |
| Ottauquechee River Near West Bridgewater | 79 cfs | → |
| Ompompanoosuc River At Union Village | 16 cfs | → |
| Ayers Brook At Randolph | 93 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Martin.
Boat launches
- Connecticut River Boat Launch
- Sanders Road Bethel
- Vt 100 Plymouth
- Fishing Access Road Ludlow
- Mascoma Lake Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Forest Campsite With Stream & Fire Ring
- Quechee State Park
- Silver Lake State Park
- Calvin Coolidge State Park
- Velvet Rocks Shelter
- Campsite 5
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Source Above Fr 55 To Proclamation Boundary (Stony Brook)
- Headwaters To Woodstock, Vt
- Headwaters To Crossing Of Route 100 Near Route 155
- End Of Fs Road 243 To Neshobe River
- Confluence With Otter Creek To Ten Kilns Brook
- South Wallington To Emerald Lake
More reservoirs
Track Martin in the Snoflo app
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About Martin
Where does the data for Martin 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 Martin.