Nelson Pond
Rhode Island — Newport County
Location
| State | Rhode Island |
| County | Newport |
| Coordinates | 41.49135, -71.26276 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,180 ft |
| NID Storage | 308 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 308 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1885 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | NEWPORT, CITY OF |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.