Carr Pond
Key Takeaway
Carr Pond is classified as high hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1800 and is 226 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 9 ft (taller than 24.3% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 60 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 54 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 165 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1800 (226 years old) |
| NID ID | RI02303 |
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
GILBERT STUART MEMORIAL, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carr Pond?
Carr Pond 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 Carr Pond?
Carr Pond is owned by GILBERT STUART MEMORIAL, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carr Pond built?
Carr Pond was completed in 1800, making it 226 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 Carr Pond?
Carr Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carr Pond?
Carr Pond has a dam height of 9 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 Carr Pond last inspected?
Carr Pond was last inspected on August 1, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.