Pleasant Valley Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Pleasant Valley Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1909 and is 117 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 88.6% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 522 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1909 (117 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00064 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF BRATTLEBORO
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Chestnut Hill Reservoir
Windham, VT
High Hazard 14 ftSunset Lake
Windham, VT
Significant Hazard 10 ftMill Pond
Windham, VT
Significant Hazard 13 ftHidden Lake Dike
Windham, VT
Low Hazard 8 ftHidden Lake
Windham, VT
Low Hazard 10 ftSweet Pond
Windham, VT
High Hazard 20 ftDeer Park Pond
Windham, VT
Low Hazard 14 ftKenny Pond
Windham, VT
Significant Hazard 12 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pleasant Valley Reservoir?
Pleasant Valley Reservoir is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pleasant Valley Reservoir?
Pleasant Valley Reservoir is owned by TOWN OF BRATTLEBORO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pleasant Valley Reservoir built?
Pleasant Valley Reservoir was completed in 1909, making it 117 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 Pleasant Valley Reservoir?
Pleasant Valley Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pleasant Valley Reservoir?
Pleasant Valley Reservoir has a dam height of 42 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 Pleasant Valley Reservoir last inspected?
Pleasant Valley Reservoir was last inspected on June 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.