Caesarville Pond

ASSAPUMPSET BROOK· Providence, Rhode Island· Earth· 6 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Caesarville Pond is classified as significant hazard in Rhode Island. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 6 ft (taller than 4.1% in RI)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage15 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge505 cfs
NID IDRI04224

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: June 17, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DS

Ownership

COMP REALTY, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Caesarville Pond?

Caesarville 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 Caesarville Pond?

Caesarville Pond is owned by COMP REALTY, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Caesarville Pond?

Caesarville 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 Caesarville Pond?

Caesarville Pond has a dam height of 6 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 Caesarville Pond last inspected?

Caesarville Pond was last inspected on June 17, 2016. 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.