Wilbur Pond
Key Takeaway
Wilbur Pond is classified as high hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1854 and is 172 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 7 ft (taller than 8.1% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1854 (172 years old) |
| NID ID | RI00313 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
TILLINGHAST HOLDING CO. LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wilbur Pond?
Wilbur 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 Wilbur Pond?
Wilbur Pond is owned by TILLINGHAST HOLDING CO. LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wilbur Pond built?
Wilbur Pond was completed in 1854, making it 172 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 Wilbur Pond?
Wilbur 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 Wilbur Pond?
Wilbur Pond has a dam height of 7 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 Wilbur Pond last inspected?
Wilbur Pond was last inspected on April 26, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.