Durfee Hill Wildlife Marsh #2
Key Takeaway
Durfee Hill Wildlife Marsh #2 is classified as significant hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Max Discharge | 55 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | RI04179 |
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
RI DEM FISH & WILDLIFE
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Durfee Hill Wildlife Marsh #2?
Durfee Hill Wildlife Marsh #2 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 Durfee Hill Wildlife Marsh #2?
Durfee Hill Wildlife Marsh #2 is owned by RI DEM FISH & WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Durfee Hill Wildlife Marsh #2 built?
Durfee Hill Wildlife Marsh #2 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Durfee Hill Wildlife Marsh #2?
Durfee Hill Wildlife Marsh #2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Durfee Hill Wildlife Marsh #2?
Durfee Hill Wildlife Marsh #2 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 Durfee Hill Wildlife Marsh #2 last inspected?
Durfee Hill Wildlife Marsh #2 was last inspected on August 8, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.