Pawtucket Reservoir

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateRhode Island
CountyProvidence
Nearest CityCUMBERLAND
River/StreamABBOTT RUN
Coordinates41.98138, -71.39056

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height33 ft
Dam Height33 ft
Dam Length2,900 ft
Year Completed1928 (98 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage5,300 acre-ft
Max Storage5,300 acre-ft
Normal Storage5,125 acre-ft
Surface Area255 acres
Drainage Area18 sq mi
Max Discharge6,700 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerPAWTUCKET WATER SUPPLY BOARD
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDRI00803
Federal IDRI00803
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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