Great Swamp Goose Marsh
Key Takeaway
Great Swamp Goose Marsh is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 13.5% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 7,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 770 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 570 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 190 acres |
| Max Discharge | 298 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | RI03202 |
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
RI DEM FISH & WILDLIFE
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Great Swamp Goose Marsh?
Great Swamp Goose Marsh 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 Great Swamp Goose Marsh?
Great Swamp Goose Marsh is owned by RI DEM FISH & WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Great Swamp Goose Marsh built?
Great Swamp Goose Marsh was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Great Swamp Goose Marsh?
Great Swamp Goose Marsh serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Great Swamp Goose Marsh?
Great Swamp Goose Marsh has a dam height of 8 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.