Watson, Harold E, Reservoir

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateRhode Island
CountyNewport
Nearest CityLITTLE COMPTON
River/StreamPACHET BROOK
Coordinates41.54381, -71.18990

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height38 ft
Dam Height34 ft
Dam Length760 ft
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage7,860 acre-ft
Max Storage7,860 acre-ft
Normal Storage4,910 acre-ft
Surface Area375 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge500 cfs

Ownership & Safety

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

Identifiers

NID IDRI01802
Federal IDRI01802
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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