Centre of New England #1

TIOGUE LAKE-TRIB· Kent, Rhode Island· 8 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Centre of New England #1 is classified as significant hazard in Rhode Island. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 13.5% in RI)
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
NID IDRI04438

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: July 13, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DS

Ownership

COMMERCE PARK PROPERTIES, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Centre of New England #1?

Centre of New England #1 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 Centre of New England #1?

Centre of New England #1 is owned by COMMERCE PARK PROPERTIES, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Centre of New England #1?

Centre of New England #1 has a dam height of 8 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 Centre of New England #1 last inspected?

Centre of New England #1 was last inspected on July 13, 2012. 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.