Wenscott Reservoir

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateRhode Island
CountyProvidence
Nearest CityNORTH PROVIDENCE
River/StreamWEST RIVER
Coordinates41.87181, -71.46357

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length320 ft
Year Completed1865 (161 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage380 acre-ft
Max Storage380 acre-ft
Normal Storage280 acre-ft
Surface Area78 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge1,067 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerNORTH PROVIDENCE, TOWN OF
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDRI02401
Federal IDRI02401
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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