Burlingame Reservoir Upper
Key Takeaway
Burlingame Reservoir Upper is classified as high hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1885 and is 141 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 31.5% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 355 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 238 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 69 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 159 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1885 (141 years old) |
| NID ID | RI01306 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RI DEM FORESTRY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Burlingame Reservoir Upper?
Burlingame Reservoir Upper is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Burlingame Reservoir Upper?
Burlingame Reservoir Upper is owned by RI DEM FORESTRY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burlingame Reservoir Upper built?
Burlingame Reservoir Upper was completed in 1885, making it 141 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 Burlingame Reservoir Upper?
Burlingame Reservoir Upper 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 Burlingame Reservoir Upper?
Burlingame Reservoir Upper has a dam height of 10 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 Burlingame Reservoir Upper last inspected?
Burlingame Reservoir Upper was last inspected on May 8, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.