Blackstone

Worcester County, Rhode Island (near NORTH SMITHFIELD)

River/Stream: BLACKSTONE RIVER

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Height
12 ft
Dam Length
210 ft
Reservoir Storage
58 acre-ft
Year Completed
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge

Condition Assessment

Poor

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

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

Location

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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.