Factory Mutual Research Ctr Lower Pond
Key Takeaway
Factory Mutual Research Ctr Lower Pond is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 88.7% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | RI04172 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
FACTORY MUTUAL RESEARCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Factory Mutual Research Ctr Lower Pond?
Factory Mutual Research Ctr Lower Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Factory Mutual Research Ctr Lower Pond?
Factory Mutual Research Ctr Lower Pond is owned by FACTORY MUTUAL RESEARCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Factory Mutual Research Ctr Lower Pond built?
Factory Mutual Research Ctr Lower Pond was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Factory Mutual Research Ctr Lower Pond?
Factory Mutual Research Ctr Lower Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Factory Mutual Research Ctr Lower Pond?
Factory Mutual Research Ctr Lower Pond has a dam height of 24 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.