Pascoag Reservoir Upper
Key Takeaway
Pascoag Reservoir Upper is classified as high hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1860 and is 166 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 91.4% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Max Storage | 9.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 500 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,020 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1860 (166 years old) |
| NID ID | RI00304 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pascoag Reservoir Upper?
Pascoag Reservoir Upper is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pascoag Reservoir Upper?
Pascoag Reservoir Upper is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pascoag Reservoir Upper built?
Pascoag Reservoir Upper was completed in 1860, making it 166 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 Pascoag Reservoir Upper?
Pascoag Reservoir Upper 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 Pascoag Reservoir Upper?
Pascoag Reservoir Upper has a dam height of 27 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.
When was Pascoag Reservoir Upper last inspected?
Pascoag Reservoir Upper was last inspected on May 4, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.