Sisson Pond

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateRhode Island
CountyNewport
Nearest CityPORTSMOUTH
River/StreamLAWTON VALLEY BROOK
Coordinates41.55558, -71.27826

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height14 ft
Dam Height14 ft
Dam Length1,150 ft
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage550 acre-ft
Max Storage550 acre-ft
Normal Storage432 acre-ft
Surface Area90 acres
Max Discharge355 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerNEWPORT, CITY OF
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDRI02702
Federal IDRI02702
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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