Oakland Pond
Key Takeaway
Oakland Pond is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 42.3% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 68 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,280 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1850 (176 years old) |
| NID ID | RI00312 |
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
COVE MACHINERY CO.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oakland Pond?
Oakland 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 Oakland Pond?
Oakland Pond is owned by COVE MACHINERY CO. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oakland Pond built?
Oakland Pond was completed in 1850, making it 176 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Oakland Pond?
Oakland Pond has a dam height of 11 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.