Curran Lower Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Curran Lower Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 17 ft (taller than 73.9% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 650 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | RI00703 |
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
RI DEM PARKS & RECREATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Curran Lower Reservoir?
Curran Lower 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 Curran Lower Reservoir?
Curran Lower Reservoir is owned by RI DEM PARKS & RECREATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Curran Lower Reservoir built?
Curran Lower Reservoir was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Curran Lower Reservoir?
Curran Lower Reservoir serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Curran Lower Reservoir?
Curran Lower Reservoir has a dam height of 17 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 Curran Lower Reservoir last inspected?
Curran Lower Reservoir was last inspected on June 5, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.