Yawgoog Pond dam
Yawgoog Pond
Yawgoog Pond in Rhode Island is a stunning private water resource that boasts a rich history dating back to its completion in 1885. With a dam height of 14 feet and a storage capacity of 990 acre-feet, this Earth-type structure serves primarily for recreation purposes, offering a serene environment for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing and boating on its 150-acre surface area. Managed by the state regulatory agency DS, Yawgoog Pond is a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the picturesque landscape of Hopkinton.
Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Yawgoog Pond continues to attract visitors with its tranquil waters and scenic surroundings. The dam, standing at a structural height of 17 feet and a length of 250 feet, is equipped with a spillway width of 9 feet to manage potential overflow. Regular inspections are conducted every two years to ensure the safety and integrity of the infrastructure, with the last assessment taking place in October 2017. With its rich biodiversity and recreational opportunities, Yawgoog Pond remains a beloved destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking a peaceful escape in Washington County, Rhode Island.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Yawgoog Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wood River At Hope Valley | 82 cfs | → |
| Pendleton Hill Brook Near Clarks Falls | 4 cfs | → |
| Wood River Near Arcadia | 38 cfs | → |
| Pawcatuck River At Wood River Junction | 124 cfs | → |
| Beaver River Near Usquepaug | 13 cfs | → |
| Usquepaug River Near Usquepaug | 42 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Yawgoog Pond.
Boat launches
- Beach Pond
- Wyassup Lake
- Beachdale Pond
- Glasgo Pond State Boat Launch
- Chapman Pond Boat Launch
- Jeffrey Lane Griswold
Campgrounds
- Mystic Koa Holiday
- 315 - Burlingham
- Camp Watchaug (Westerly Ymca)
- Camp Hoffman
- Dyer Woods Nudist Campgrounds
- Highland Campground
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
Track Yawgoog Pond in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Yawgoog Pond
Where does the data for Yawgoog Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Yawgoog Pond.