Eisenhower Lake
Key Takeaway
Eisenhower Lake is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 61.3% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 572 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1931 (95 years old) |
| NID ID | RI03702 |
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
RI UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Eisenhower Lake?
Eisenhower Lake 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 Eisenhower Lake?
Eisenhower Lake is owned by RI UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eisenhower Lake built?
Eisenhower Lake was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Eisenhower Lake?
Eisenhower Lake 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 Eisenhower Lake?
Eisenhower Lake has a dam height of 14 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.