Jordan Pond dam
Jordan Pond
Jordan Pond, also known as Clayville Pond, is a picturesque water resource located in Scituate, Rhode Island. This local government-owned reservoir is regulated by the state and serves as a vital water supply source for the surrounding area. The dam, primarily made of earth, stands at a height of 22 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 65 acre-feet.
With a normal storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a surface area of 10 acres, Jordan Pond plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. The dam, which was last inspected in October 2014, has a significant hazard potential and is subject to regular state inspection, enforcement, and permitting. The pond is fed by the Westconnaug Brook and has a maximum discharge rate of 290 cubic feet per second.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the importance of Jordan Pond in maintaining a sustainable water supply for the community. The dam's structural integrity and emergency preparedness measures are key factors in ensuring the safety and reliability of this essential water source. As the primary purpose of the reservoir is water supply, its regulation and management by the state are crucial for protecting both the environment and the local population's water needs.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Jordan Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ponaganset River At South Foster | 16 cfs | → |
| Peeptoad Brook At Elmdale Rd Nr North Scituate | 3 cfs | → |
| South Branch Pawtuxet River At Washington | 93 cfs | → |
| Nooseneck River At Nooseneck | 12 cfs | → |
| Woonasquatucket River At Centerdale | 32 cfs | → |
| Pawtuxet River At Cranston | 195 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Jordan Pond.
Boat launches
- Jl Curran
- Smith
- North Road 1060, Killingly
- Squaw Rock Road Killingly
- Pascoag Reservoir Fishing Access
- Bowdish Reservoir
Campgrounds
- Dyer Woods Nudist Campgrounds
- George Washington State Campground
- Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts Of America, Cub World
- Highland Campground
- Camp Hoffman
- Mystic Koa Holiday
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
Track Jordan Pond in the Snoflo app
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About Jordan Pond
Where does the data for Jordan Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Jordan Pond.