Arkwright Pond
Key Takeaway
Arkwright Pond is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 84.7% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 102 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,667 cfs |
| NID ID | RI04039 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
ARKWRIGHT, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arkwright Pond?
Arkwright 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 Arkwright Pond?
Arkwright Pond is owned by ARKWRIGHT, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Arkwright Pond?
Arkwright Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Arkwright Pond?
Arkwright Pond has a dam height of 21 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.