Easton Pond North Reservoir Report
Nearby: Easton Pond South Nelson Pond
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Easton Pond North, also known as Green End Pond, is a significant water resource located in Middletown, Rhode Island.
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Summary
Managed by the local government, this dam was completed in 1891 and serves primarily as a water supply source. With a height of 14 feet and a storage capacity of 700 acre-feet, the pond covers an area of 110 acres and has a drainage area of 4 square miles.
Despite its historical significance, Easton Pond North currently faces challenges in terms of its condition assessment, which has been rated as poor. The dam has a high hazard potential, requiring regular inspections and maintenance to ensure public safety. The last inspection in August 2013 revealed the need for improvements, highlighting the importance of addressing the infrastructure's vulnerabilities to mitigate risks associated with its operation.
As a critical piece of Rhode Island's water infrastructure, Easton Pond North's maintenance and management are essential to safeguarding its surrounding community and water supply. Climate enthusiasts and water resource professionals alike can appreciate the significance of this structure and the importance of ongoing efforts to ensure its continued functionality and safety in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1891 |
Dam Length |
2783 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
BAILEY BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
110 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
700 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
14 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Easton Pond North
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