Mt. Tom Wildlife Marsh
Key Takeaway
Mt. Tom Wildlife Marsh is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 4.1% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 94 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | RI01107 |
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
RI DEM FISH & WILDLIFE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mt. Tom Wildlife Marsh?
Mt. Tom Wildlife Marsh 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 Mt. Tom Wildlife Marsh?
Mt. Tom Wildlife Marsh is owned by RI DEM FISH & WILDLIFE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mt. Tom Wildlife Marsh built?
Mt. Tom Wildlife Marsh 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 Mt. Tom Wildlife Marsh?
Mt. Tom Wildlife Marsh serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mt. Tom Wildlife Marsh?
Mt. Tom Wildlife Marsh has a dam height of 6 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.