Noble Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Noble Pond, also known as Woodstock Inn Ice Pond, is a private recreational water resource located in Bridgewater, Vermont.


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Summary

This Earth dam structure, completed in 1920, stands at a height of 23 feet and has a length of 345 feet. With a storage capacity of 10 acre-feet, the pond covers a surface area of 1.5 acres and drains an area of 0.06 square miles.

Despite being privately owned, Noble Pond holds significant hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The last inspection was conducted in October 2006, with no specific condition assessment date provided. While the dam has no designated spillway type or width, it serves primarily for recreational purposes and does not fall under state regulatory jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, or enforcement.

Located along the Gulf Stream-TR river or stream, Noble Pond offers a serene setting for water and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities. In the absence of a detailed risk assessment or emergency action plan, visitors can appreciate the tranquil beauty of this historic Earth dam structure while being mindful of its significant hazard potential.

Year Completed

1920

Dam Length

345

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

GULF STREAM-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.5

Hydraulic Height

23

Drainage Area

0.06

Nid Storage

10

Structural Height

23

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

23
       
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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.