Waterman Pond
Key Takeaway
Waterman Pond is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 5 ft (taller than 0.9% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 60 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | RI00606 |
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
FERGUSON, J. CECIL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Waterman Pond?
Waterman 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 Waterman Pond?
Waterman Pond is owned by FERGUSON, J. CECIL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waterman Pond built?
Waterman Pond was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Waterman Pond?
Waterman Pond 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 Waterman Pond?
Waterman Pond has a dam height of 5 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.