Hawkins Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hawkins Pond, located in Glocester, Rhode Island, is a picturesque water resource managed by the local government for recreational purposes.


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Summary

This gravity dam, completed in 1865, stands at a height of 24 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 125 acre-feet. The pond covers a surface area of 9 acres and is fed by Mary Brown Brook, with a drainage area of 4 square miles.

Despite its historical significance and recreational value, Hawkins Pond poses a high hazard potential due to its condition being not rated as of the last assessment in May 2018. With a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a spillway width of 43 feet, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 240 cubic feet per second. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last one taking place in July 2016, to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure for both visitors and the surrounding environment. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in the area may find Hawkins Pond to be a fascinating site to explore and learn about the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems.

Year Completed

1865

Dam Length

530

Dam Height

6

River Or Stream

MARY BROWN BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

12

Drainage Area

4

Nid Storage

125

Structural Height

24

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

24
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.