Nye Farm Pond
Key Takeaway
Nye Farm Pond is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 49.1% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Max Discharge | 302 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | RI04059 |
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
NYE, NORMAN & BERYL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nye Farm Pond?
Nye Farm 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 Nye Farm Pond?
Nye Farm Pond is owned by NYE, NORMAN & BERYL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nye Farm Pond built?
Nye Farm Pond was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Nye Farm Pond?
Nye 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 Nye Farm Pond?
Nye Farm Pond has a dam height of 12 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.