Potowomut Pond
Key Takeaway
Potowomut Pond is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1885 and is 141 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 31.5% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 294 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 23 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 680 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1885 (141 years old) |
| NID ID | RI02304 |
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
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Potowomut Pond?
Potowomut 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 Potowomut Pond?
Potowomut Pond is owned by RI DEM FISH & WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Potowomut Pond built?
Potowomut Pond was completed in 1885, making it 141 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 Potowomut Pond?
Potowomut Pond 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 Potowomut Pond?
Potowomut Pond has a dam height of 10 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.