Cherry Valley Pond
Key Takeaway
Cherry Valley Pond is classified as significant hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 13.5% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Max Discharge | 32 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | RI01307 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cherry Valley Pond?
Cherry Valley 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 Cherry Valley Pond?
Cherry Valley Pond is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cherry Valley Pond built?
Cherry Valley Pond was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Cherry Valley Pond?
Cherry Valley 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 Cherry Valley Pond?
Cherry Valley Pond 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 Cherry Valley Pond last inspected?
Cherry Valley Pond was last inspected on June 28, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.