Edward's Pond

QUEEN RIVER· Washington, Rhode Island· 9 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Edward's Pond is classified as significant hazard in Rhode Island. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 24.3% in RI)
Dam Length440 ft
Max Storage16 acre-ft
Normal Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge245 cfs
NID IDRI04123

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: August 7, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DS

Ownership

PETER C. HENDRICK REVOCABLE TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Edward's Pond?

Edward's 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 Edward's Pond?

Edward's Pond is owned by PETER C. HENDRICK REVOCABLE TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Edward's Pond?

Edward's 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 Edward's Pond last inspected?

Edward's Pond was last inspected on August 7, 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.