Block Island Rod & Gun Club Pond

MILL TAIL BROOK· Washington, Rhode Island· Built 1950· Rockfill· 14 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Block Island Rod & Gun Club Pond is classified as significant hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 61.3% in RI)
Dam Length140 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge612 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDRI02201

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 20, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DS

Ownership

JEFFRY N. HALLOCK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Block Island Rod & Gun Club Pond?

Block Island Rod & Gun Club Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Block Island Rod & Gun Club Pond?

Block Island Rod & Gun Club Pond is owned by JEFFRY N. HALLOCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Block Island Rod & Gun Club Pond built?

Block Island Rod & Gun Club Pond was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Block Island Rod & Gun Club Pond?

Block Island Rod & Gun Club 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 Block Island Rod & Gun Club Pond?

Block Island Rod & Gun Club Pond has a dam height of 14 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 Block Island Rod & Gun Club Pond last inspected?

Block Island Rod & Gun Club Pond was last inspected on November 20, 2014. 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.