Gale Farm Pond Upper
Key Takeaway
Gale Farm Pond Upper is classified as significant hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 42.3% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Max Discharge | 68 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | RI04106 |
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
GRANDCHAMP, RAYMOND F.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gale Farm Pond Upper?
Gale Farm Pond Upper 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 Gale Farm Pond Upper?
Gale Farm Pond Upper is owned by GRANDCHAMP, RAYMOND F. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gale Farm Pond Upper built?
Gale Farm Pond Upper was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Gale Farm Pond Upper?
Gale Farm Pond Upper serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gale Farm Pond Upper?
Gale Farm Pond Upper has a dam height of 11 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 Gale Farm Pond Upper last inspected?
Gale Farm Pond Upper was last inspected on October 5, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.