Wilbur Pond in Glocester, Rhode Island, is a privately owned gravity dam completed in 1854 for recreational purposes.
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With a height of 12 feet and a length of 150 feet, this dam on Mary Brown Brook provides a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 24 acres. The dam's spillway width is 10 feet, and it has a maximum discharge capacity of 50 cubic feet per second.
Despite being rated as having a high hazard potential, Wilbur Pond's condition assessment was deemed fair as of October 2017. The dam is inspected every two years, with the last inspection conducted in April 2015. While the dam is state-regulated and permitted, it is owned by a private entity. The location falls under the jurisdiction of the Rhode Island regulatory agency, with enforcement, inspection, and permitting handled by the state.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Wilbur Pond serves as a significant recreational water source in Providence County, Rhode Island. Its historical significance, combined with its functional design and storage capacity, make it a valuable asset for the community. The dam's presence on Mary Brown Brook contributes to the local ecosystem and provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. Despite its age and hazard potential, Wilbur Pond continues to be a cherished resource for the region, inviting visitors to appreciate the intersection of human engineering and natural beauty in a sustainable manner.
Year Completed |
1854 |
Dam Length |
150 |
Dam Height |
7 |
River Or Stream |
MARY BROWN BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
12 |
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| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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George Washington State Campground
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Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America, Cub World
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Dyer Woods Nudist Campgrounds
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