Gillett Pond

JOHNS BROOK· Chittenden, Vermont· Built 1900· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Gillett Pond is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 4.7% in VT)
Dam Length125 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)
NID IDVT00342

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: July 12, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

RICHMOND LAND TRUST

Private

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Baldwin Pond

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gillett Pond?

Gillett 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 Gillett Pond?

Gillett Pond is owned by RICHMOND LAND TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Gillett Pond built?

Gillett Pond was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Gillett Pond?

Gillett 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 Gillett Pond?

Gillett Pond has a dam height of 8 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 Gillett Pond last inspected?

Gillett Pond was last inspected on July 12, 2013. 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.