Hopkins Farm Pond
Key Takeaway
Hopkins Farm Pond is classified as significant hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 13.5% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Max Discharge | 151 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | RI04058 |
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
JEREMY VOTOLATO, D/B/A ISLAND GREEN GOLF, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hopkins Farm Pond?
Hopkins 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 Hopkins Farm Pond?
Hopkins Farm Pond is owned by JEREMY VOTOLATO, D/B/A ISLAND GREEN GOLF, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hopkins Farm Pond built?
Hopkins Farm Pond was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Hopkins Farm Pond?
Hopkins 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 Hopkins Farm Pond?
Hopkins Farm Pond 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.
When was Hopkins Farm Pond last inspected?
Hopkins Farm Pond was last inspected on July 13, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.