Millbrook Pond
Key Takeaway
Millbrook Pond is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 8.1% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 95 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1895 (131 years old) |
| NID ID | RI01101 |
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
THREEBROOK LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Millbrook Pond?
Millbrook Pond 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 Millbrook Pond?
Millbrook Pond is owned by THREEBROOK LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Millbrook Pond built?
Millbrook Pond was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 Millbrook Pond?
Millbrook 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 Millbrook Pond?
Millbrook Pond has a dam height of 7 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.