Jamestown Reservoir

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateRhode Island
CountyNewport
Nearest CityJAMESTOWN
River/StreamJAMESTOWN BROOK
Coordinates41.52966, -71.37450

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height9 ft
Dam Length916 ft
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage195 acre-ft
Max Storage195 acre-ft
Normal Storage117 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge85 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerJAMESTOWN, TOWN OF
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDRI01501
Federal IDRI01501
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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