Shady Lea Mill

MATTATUXET RIVER· Washington, Rhode Island·
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Shady Lea Mill is classified as high hazard in Rhode Island. 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

Normal Storage0 acre-ft
NID IDRI04500

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: Yes
Last Inspection: December 1, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DS

Ownership

REISERT REALTY CORPORATION

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shady Lea Mill?

Shady Lea Mill 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 Shady Lea Mill?

Shady Lea Mill is owned by REISERT REALTY CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Shady Lea Mill last inspected?

Shady Lea Mill was last inspected on December 1, 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.