Spear Pond

HEMLOCK BROOK· Providence, Rhode Island· Earth· 11 ft tall

High Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Spear Pond is classified as high hazard in Rhode Island. Its primary use is fire protection. 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	11 ft (taller than 42.3% in RI)
Dam Length	100 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	6 acre-ft
Normal Storage	5 acre-ft

Surface Area	3 acres
Drainage Area	2 sq mi
NID ID	RI04139

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: June 27, 2016

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: DS

Ownership

KNIER, FREDERICK W. & PAUL H.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spear Pond?

Spear Pond 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 Spear Pond?

Spear Pond is owned by KNIER, FREDERICK W. & PAUL H. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Spear Pond?

Spear 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 Spear Pond?

Spear 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.

When was Spear Pond last inspected?

Spear Pond was last inspected on June 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.