Miscoe Lake

MISCOE BROOK· Providence, Rhode Island· Built 1937· Rockfill· 12 ft tall

High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Miscoe Lake is classified as high hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. 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	75 ft
Dam Type	Rockfill
Max Storage	244 acre-ft
Normal Storage	226 acre-ft

Surface Area	49 acres
Drainage Area	3 sq mi
Max Discharge	70 cfs
Year Completed	1937 (89 years old)
NID ID	RI00801

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: August 20, 2014

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: DS

Ownership

COOK, JEFFREY W.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Miscoe Lake?

Miscoe Lake 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 Miscoe Lake?

Miscoe Lake is owned by COOK, JEFFREY W. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Miscoe Lake built?

Miscoe Lake was completed in 1937, making it 89 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Miscoe Lake?

Miscoe 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.

When was Miscoe Lake last inspected?

Miscoe Lake was last inspected on August 20, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.