Buck Hill Pond
Key Takeaway
Buck Hill Pond is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 55.9% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 90 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 178 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | RI00310 |
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
RI DEM FISH & WILDLIFE
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Buck Hill Pond?
Buck Hill 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 Buck Hill Pond?
Buck Hill Pond is owned by RI DEM FISH & WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buck Hill Pond built?
Buck Hill Pond was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Buck Hill Pond?
Buck Hill Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Buck Hill Pond?
Buck Hill Pond has a dam height of 13 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.