Slack Reservoir

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateRhode Island
CountyProvidence
Nearest CitySMITHFIELD
River/StreamSTILLWATER RIVER-TRIB
Coordinates41.86879, -71.55325

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeMasonry
NID Height17 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length220 ft
Year Completed1885 (141 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,780 acre-ft
Max Storage1,780 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,300 acre-ft
Surface Area150 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge100 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerSLACK'S RESERVOIR ASSOCIATION, INC.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDRI03104
Federal IDRI03104
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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