Lymansville
Key Takeaway
Lymansville is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 55.9% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 45 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,730 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | RI02402 |
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
THETA PROPERTIES, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lymansville?
Lymansville 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 Lymansville?
Lymansville is owned by THETA PROPERTIES, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lymansville built?
Lymansville was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Lymansville?
Lymansville 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 Lymansville?
Lymansville has a dam height of 13 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.