Bailey Pond

MARSHFIELD BROOK· Washington, Vermont· Masonry· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bailey Pond is classified as low hazard in Vermont. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 9.5% in VT)
Dam Length170 ft
Dam TypeMasonry
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
NID IDVT00108

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 18, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

DREW MOUNTAIN ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bailey Pond?

Bailey Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bailey Pond?

Bailey Pond is owned by DREW MOUNTAIN ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Bailey Pond?

Bailey Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bailey Pond?

Bailey Pond has a dam height of 10 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Bailey Pond last inspected?

Bailey Pond was last inspected on August 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.