Carolina Pond
Key Takeaway
Carolina Pond is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1840 and is 186 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 31.5% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 97 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,640 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1840 (186 years old) |
| NID ID | RI04027 |
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
ATLAS CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carolina Pond?
Carolina 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 Carolina Pond?
Carolina Pond is owned by ATLAS CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carolina Pond built?
Carolina Pond was completed in 1840, making it 186 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 Carolina Pond?
Carolina 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 Carolina Pond?
Carolina Pond 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.