Nye Farm Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Nye Farm Pond, located in Coventry, Rhode Island, is a privately owned water resource primarily used for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.


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Summary

The pond, completed in 1965, has a dam height of 12 feet and a hydraulic height of 10 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 52 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 40 acre-feet. Covering an area of 12 acres, Nye Farm Pond is fed by Bucks Horn Brook and has a spillway width of 40 feet.

Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, the pond's condition assessment is rated as poor as of May 2018. It is noted that the dam is in need of maintenance and improvements to ensure its structural integrity. While the pond has a state jurisdiction, it is not regulated by the state and does not require permitting. Additionally, there is no enforcement agency overseeing the pond, raising concerns about the lack of oversight for potential risks and hazards associated with the dam.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Nye Farm Pond presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned water source with outdated infrastructure and a need for maintenance. The pond's poor condition assessment and lack of regulation raise questions about the management and oversight of such water resources in Rhode Island. As enthusiasts consider the implications of climate change on water resources, the state of Nye Farm Pond serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive maintenance and regulation to ensure the safety and sustainability of these vital assets.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

210

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

BUCKS HORN BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

10

Nid Storage

52

Structural Height

12

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

12
       
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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.