Gorham, N. Farm Pond
Key Takeaway
Gorham, N. Farm Pond is classified as significant hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 71.6% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 217 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | RI01202 |
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
DUNBAR, MAURICE A. & IDA D.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gorham, N. Farm Pond?
Gorham, N. Farm 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 Gorham, N. Farm Pond?
Gorham, N. Farm Pond is owned by DUNBAR, MAURICE A. & IDA D. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gorham, N. Farm Pond built?
Gorham, N. Farm Pond was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Gorham, N. Farm Pond?
Gorham, N. Farm Pond 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 Gorham, N. Farm Pond?
Gorham, N. Farm Pond has a dam height of 16 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 Gorham, N. Farm Pond last inspected?
Gorham, N. Farm Pond was last inspected on October 18, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.