Yorker Mill Pond
Key Takeaway
Yorker Mill Pond is classified as high hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1855 and is 171 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 12 ft (taller than 49.1% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 236 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1855 (171 years old) |
| NID ID | RI01109 |
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
DORSET MILL PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yorker Mill Pond?
Yorker Mill 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 Yorker Mill Pond?
Yorker Mill Pond is owned by DORSET MILL PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yorker Mill Pond built?
Yorker Mill Pond was completed in 1855, making it 171 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 Yorker Mill Pond?
Yorker Mill Pond serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Yorker Mill Pond?
Yorker Mill Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Yorker Mill Pond last inspected?
Yorker Mill Pond was last inspected on August 7, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.