Flood Control Dams in Rhode Island
Rhode Island has 3 flood control dams, of which 1 carry a high hazard classification. The dam is designed to control downstream flooding by temporarily storing excess water during storms and releasing it at a controlled rate.
| # | Dam | County | Height (ft) | Hazard | Condition | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Woonsocket Falls Dam - Dikes 1 And 2 | Providence | 9 | Low | Not Available | 1960 |
| 2 | State Street Pond | Bristol | 8 | Significant | Fair | 1988 |
| 3 | Louisquisset Flood Control | Providence | 0 | High | Poor |