Handy Pond Upper
Key Takeaway
Handy Pond Upper is classified as high hazard in Rhode Island. Its primary use is other. 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 | 12 ft (taller than 49.1% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| NID ID | RI04240 |
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
LINCOLN, TOWN OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Handy Pond Upper?
Handy Pond Upper 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 Handy Pond Upper?
Handy Pond Upper is owned by LINCOLN, TOWN OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Handy Pond Upper?
Handy Pond Upper 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 Handy Pond Upper?
Handy Pond Upper has a dam height of 12 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 Handy Pond Upper last inspected?
Handy Pond Upper was last inspected on May 7, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.