Hawkins Pond, located in Glocester, Rhode Island, is a picturesque water resource managed by the local government for recreational purposes.
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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 |
Quinebaug R At West Thompson
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276cfs |
Quinebaug River At Putnam
|
616cfs |
French R At N Grosvenordale
|
188cfs |
Little River At Harrisville
|
85cfs |
Nipmuc River Near Harrisville
|
27cfs |
Ponaganset River At South Foster
|
33cfs |
| 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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