Mudd Pond

BRESEE MILL BROOK-TR· Rutland, Vermont· Built 1900· Other· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mudd 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 10 ft (taller than 9.5% in VT)
Dam Length25 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)
NID IDVT00317

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

THE NATURE CONSERVANCY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mudd Pond?

Mudd 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 Mudd Pond?

Mudd Pond is owned by THE NATURE CONSERVANCY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mudd Pond built?

Mudd 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 Mudd Pond?

Mudd 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 Mudd Pond?

Mudd 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.

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.