Coventry Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Coventry Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1875 and is 151 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 49.1% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Max Storage | 848 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 782 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 171 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 970 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1875 (151 years old) |
| NID ID | RI00603 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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 Coventry Reservoir?
Coventry Reservoir is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Coventry Reservoir?
Coventry Reservoir is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coventry Reservoir built?
Coventry Reservoir was completed in 1875, making it 151 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Coventry Reservoir?
Coventry Reservoir serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Coventry Reservoir?
Coventry Reservoir has a dam height of 12 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.
When was Coventry Reservoir last inspected?
Coventry Reservoir was last inspected on February 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.