Edwards Snowmaking Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 16, 2025

Edwards Snowmaking, also known as Bootleggers Basin, is a privately owned snowmaking facility located in Cambridge, Vermont.


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Summary

The facility was designed by Morris Root and is regulated by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation. With a dam height of 37 feet and a capacity of 75 acre-feet, Edwards Snowmaking serves primarily for recreational purposes, specifically to support snowmaking activities in the area.

The dam at Edwards Snowmaking is an earth-type structure with stone core and soil foundation, completed in 2001. It has a surface area of 4.45 acres and is situated on the Brewster River. The dam has a significant hazard potential but was assessed to be in satisfactory condition during the last inspection in August 2016. The facility is inspected every three years to ensure its safe operation for snowmaking activities in the region.

Edwards Snowmaking plays a crucial role in supporting winter recreational activities in the Lamoille County area of Vermont. With its strategic location and efficient design, the facility provides a reliable source of water for snowmaking, contributing to the enjoyment of winter sports enthusiasts in the region. With its state-regulated status and regular inspections, Edwards Snowmaking continues to uphold safety standards while enhancing the winter experience for visitors and residents alike.

Year Completed

2001

Dam Length

1235

Dam Height

37

River Or Stream

BREWSTER RIVER-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.45

Drainage Area

0.02

Nid Storage

75

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

37
       
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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. 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.