Mountaindale Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Mountaindale Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Rhode Island. It was completed in 1885 and is 141 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 31.5% in RI) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 156 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1885 (141 years old) |
| NID ID | RI03107 |
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
SMITHFIELD, TOWN OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mountaindale Reservoir?
Mountaindale Reservoir 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 Mountaindale Reservoir?
Mountaindale Reservoir is owned by SMITHFIELD, TOWN OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mountaindale Reservoir built?
Mountaindale Reservoir was completed in 1885, making it 141 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 Mountaindale Reservoir?
Mountaindale 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 Mountaindale Reservoir?
Mountaindale Reservoir has a dam height of 10 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.