Browns Pond

THE BRANCH· Franklin, Vermont· Built 1920· Concrete· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Browns Pond is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 60.2% in VT)
Dam Length82 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Year Completed1920 (106 years old)
NID IDVT00161

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: September 14, 1998
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

ROZZI REAL ESTATE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Browns Pond?

Browns 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 Browns Pond?

Browns Pond is owned by ROZZI REAL ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Browns Pond built?

Browns Pond was completed in 1920, making it 106 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Browns Pond?

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

How tall is Browns Pond?

Browns Pond has a dam height of 22 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 Browns Pond last inspected?

Browns Pond was last inspected on September 14, 1998. 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.