Holbrook

WEAVER BROOK· Windham, Vermont· Built 1978· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Holbrook is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 29.8% in VT)
Dam Length397 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDVT00318

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: June 30, 1978
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

DIANE BODMAN & PERRY OSCAR BARBER I

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Holbrook?

Holbrook 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 Holbrook?

Holbrook is owned by DIANE BODMAN & PERRY OSCAR BARBER I (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Holbrook built?

Holbrook was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Holbrook?

Holbrook 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 Holbrook?

Holbrook has a dam height of 14 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 Holbrook last inspected?

Holbrook was last inspected on June 30, 1978. 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.