Georgiaville Pond
Key Takeaway
Georgiaville Pond is classified as high hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1882 and is 144 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 | 33 ft (taller than 95.5% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 130 acres |
| Drainage Area | 34 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,773 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1882 (144 years old) |
| NID ID | RI03108 |
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
SMITHFIELD, TOWN OF (OWNER)
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Georgiaville Pond?
Georgiaville 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 Georgiaville Pond?
Georgiaville Pond is owned by SMITHFIELD, TOWN OF (OWNER) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Georgiaville Pond built?
Georgiaville Pond was completed in 1882, making it 144 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 Georgiaville Pond?
Georgiaville 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 Georgiaville Pond?
Georgiaville Pond has a dam height of 33 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 Georgiaville Pond last inspected?
Georgiaville Pond was last inspected on May 20, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.