Summary
The dam, primarily made of concrete, stands at a height of 10 feet and stretches 290 feet in length, providing a surface area of 2 acres and a drainage area of 2.81 square miles. Despite its relatively small size, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 18 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 8 acre-feet.
With a spillway width of 65 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type, the dam at Castleton State College presents a significant hazard potential, although its condition was assessed as fair during the last inspection in August 2013. The dam's risk assessment is classified as moderate, indicating a level 3 risk. Despite being regulated and permitted by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified, leaving room for potential improvements in its safety and emergency response protocols. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, exploring the unique blend of recreation and hydrology at Castleton State College's dam offers a fascinating study in balancing human enjoyment with environmental protection and safety considerations.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
290 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
POULTNEY RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
2.81 |
Nid Storage |
18 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Area Campgrounds
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Bomoseen State Park
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Half Moon Pond State Park
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St. Catherine State Park
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Castleton State College
Kinni Kinnic Lane Poultney