Gale Farm Pond Upper Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Gale Farm Pond Upper, also known as Sen.
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Summary
Gale Upper Pond, is a privately owned water resource located in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. This reservoir serves multiple purposes including fire protection and as a habitat for small fish. Built in 1950, this Earth dam stands at a height of 10.5 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 21 acre-feet.
The dam, which is regulated by the state of Rhode Island, has a significant hazard potential and is inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The pond has a surface area of 4 acres and is fed by the Maskerchugg River-West Branch. With a spillway width of 14 feet, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 68 cubic feet per second.
Although the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it plays a vital role in providing water resources for the local area and supporting wildlife. With its picturesque location and important functions, Gale Farm Pond Upper is a key feature in the water resource and climate landscape of Kent County, Rhode Island.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
175 |
Dam Height |
10.5 |
River Or Stream |
MASKERCHUGG RIVER-WEST BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
21 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
11 |
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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.
Gale Farm Pond Upper
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