Indian Lake
Key Takeaway
Indian Lake is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 49.1% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 733 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 200 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 723 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | RI03204 |
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
VILLAGE AT INDIAN LAKE HOME & CONDOMINIUM OWNERS ASSOC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Indian Lake?
Indian 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 Indian Lake?
Indian Lake is owned by VILLAGE AT INDIAN LAKE HOME & CONDOMINIUM OWNERS ASSOC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Lake built?
Indian Lake was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Indian Lake?
Indian 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 Indian Lake?
Indian Lake 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.