Tunbridge Trout Pond

FIRST BRANCH WHITE RIVER-TR· Orange, Vermont· Built 1925· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Tunbridge Trout Pond is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 52.6% in VT)
Dam Length120 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage140 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)
NID IDVT00152

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: August 9, 2007
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

TUNBRIDGE TROUT CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tunbridge Trout Pond?

Tunbridge Trout 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 Tunbridge Trout Pond?

Tunbridge Trout Pond is owned by TUNBRIDGE TROUT CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tunbridge Trout Pond built?

Tunbridge Trout Pond was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Tunbridge Trout Pond?

Tunbridge Trout 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 Tunbridge Trout Pond?

Tunbridge Trout Pond has a dam height of 20 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 Tunbridge Trout Pond last inspected?

Tunbridge Trout Pond was last inspected on August 9, 2007. 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.