State Street Pond
Key Takeaway
State Street Pond is classified as significant hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 13.5% in RI) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | RI04329 |
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
BRISTOL, TOWN OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of State Street Pond?
State Street 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 State Street Pond?
State Street Pond is owned by BRISTOL, TOWN OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was State Street Pond built?
State Street Pond was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 State Street Pond?
State Street Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is State Street Pond?
State Street Pond has a dam height of 8 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 State Street Pond last inspected?
State Street Pond was last inspected on January 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.