Cranston Print Works Pond

Providence County, Rhode Island (near CRANSTON)

River/Stream: POCASSET RIVER

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Masonry
Height
17 ft
Dam Length
350 ft
Reservoir Storage
255 acre-ft
Year Completed
1825
Primary Purpose
Other
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
1,715 cfs

Condition Assessment

Fair

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Fair — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
RI00701
State
Rhode Island (RI)
Coordinates
41.79346, -71.45971
Age
201 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.