Albion
Key Takeaway
Albion is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 76.1% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Max Storage | 347 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 235 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 411 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 138,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1850 (176 years old) |
| NID ID | RI00808 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Albion?
Albion is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Albion?
Albion is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Albion built?
Albion was completed in 1850, making it 176 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Albion?
Albion has a dam height of 18 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.