Woodcock Site 2

DEAD CREEK-TR· Addison, Vermont· Built 1952· Concrete· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Woodcock Site 2 is classified as low hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 20.6% in VT)
Dam Length203 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDVT00360

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 23, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

STATE OF VERMONT - DFW

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Woodcock Site 2?

Woodcock Site 2 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 Woodcock Site 2?

Woodcock Site 2 is owned by STATE OF VERMONT - DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Woodcock Site 2 built?

Woodcock Site 2 was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Woodcock Site 2?

Woodcock Site 2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Woodcock Site 2?

Woodcock Site 2 has a dam height of 12 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 Woodcock Site 2 last inspected?

Woodcock Site 2 was last inspected on July 23, 2015. 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.