Clarkville Pond
Key Takeaway
Clarkville Pond is classified as high hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1872 and is 154 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 | 14 ft (taller than 61.3% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 611 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1872 (154 years old) |
| NID ID | RI01309 |
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
ABBOTT, JOHN MORTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clarkville Pond?
Clarkville 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 Clarkville Pond?
Clarkville Pond is owned by ABBOTT, JOHN MORTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clarkville Pond built?
Clarkville Pond was completed in 1872, making it 154 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 Clarkville Pond?
Clarkville 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 Clarkville Pond?
Clarkville Pond has a dam height of 14 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 Clarkville Pond last inspected?
Clarkville Pond was last inspected on April 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.