Pocasset Pond
Key Takeaway
Pocasset Pond is classified as significant hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 24.3% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 297 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | RI04218 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JOHNSTON, TOWN OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pocasset Pond?
Pocasset Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pocasset Pond?
Pocasset Pond is owned by JOHNSTON, TOWN OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pocasset Pond built?
Pocasset Pond was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Pocasset Pond?
Pocasset Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pocasset Pond?
Pocasset Pond has a dam height of 9 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 Pocasset Pond last inspected?
Pocasset Pond was last inspected on June 17, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.