Woonsocket Reservoir # 3

Providence County, Rhode Island (near NORTH SMITHFIELD)

River/Stream: CROOKFALL BROOK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Gravity
Height
28 ft
Dam Length
1,500 ft
Reservoir Storage
4,740 acre-ft
Year Completed
1895
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
433 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
RI02505
State
Rhode Island (RI)
Coordinates
41.94290, -71.49141
Age
131 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.