Keech Pond
Key Takeaway
Keech Pond is classified as high hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 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 | 15 ft (taller than 66.7% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 870 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 768 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 128 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 435 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | RI01301 |
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
PROPERTY OWNER'S ASSOCIATION OF KEECH POND, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Keech Pond?
Keech 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 Keech Pond?
Keech Pond is owned by PROPERTY OWNER'S ASSOCIATION OF KEECH POND, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Keech Pond built?
Keech Pond was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Keech Pond?
Keech 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 Keech Pond?
Keech Pond has a dam height of 15 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 Keech Pond last inspected?
Keech Pond was last inspected on July 6, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.