Wood River Junction

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateRhode Island
CountyWashington
Nearest CityRICHMOND
River/StreamMEADOW BROOK
Coordinates41.43787, -71.69109

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length520 ft
Year Completed1860 (166 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage60 acre-ft
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge480 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerRI DOT
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDRI02902
Federal IDRI02902
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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