Horseshoe

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateRhode Island
CountyProvidence
Nearest CitySCITUATE
River/StreamPAWTUXET RIVER-NORTH BRANCH
Coordinates41.83302, -71.59353

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length240 ft
Year Completed1920 (106 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,935 acre-ft
Max Storage1,935 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,314 acre-ft
Surface Area242 acres
Drainage Area22 sq mi
Max Discharge6,000 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerPROVIDENCE WATER SUPPLY BOARD/CITY OF PROVIDENCE
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDRI03004
Federal IDRI03004
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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