Bouchar Farm Pond
Key Takeaway
Bouchar Farm Pond is classified as significant hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 8.1% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 7 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Max Discharge | 22 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | RI04371 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
APPOLONIA, GARY M.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bouchar Farm Pond?
Bouchar Farm 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 Bouchar Farm Pond?
Bouchar Farm Pond is owned by APPOLONIA, GARY M. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bouchar Farm Pond built?
Bouchar Farm Pond was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Bouchar Farm Pond?
Bouchar Farm Pond serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bouchar Farm Pond?
Bouchar Farm Pond has a dam height of 7 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 Bouchar Farm Pond last inspected?
Bouchar Farm Pond was last inspected on December 8, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.