Stafford

SUCKER BROOK· Newport, Rhode Island· 5 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Stafford is classified as significant hazard in Rhode Island. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 5 ft (taller than 0.9% in RI)
Dam Length200 ft
Max Storage1.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.0K acre-ft
Surface Area486 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDRI04586

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DS

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stafford?

Stafford is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Stafford?

Stafford is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Stafford?

Stafford serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Stafford?

Stafford has a dam height of 5 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.

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.