Lawton Valley Reservoir

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateRhode Island
CountyNewport
Nearest CityPORTSMOUTH
River/StreamLAWTON VALLEY BROOK
Coordinates41.56572, -71.28056

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height48 ft
Dam Height39 ft
Dam Length2,630 ft
Year Completed1943 (83 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,764 acre-ft
Max Storage1,764 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,260 acre-ft
Surface Area1,260 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge2,000 cfs

Ownership & Safety

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

Identifiers

NID IDRI02701
Federal IDRI02701
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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