Barden Reservoir
Rhode Island, Providence County, PONAGANSET RIVER
Location
| State | Rhode Island |
| County | Providence |
| River | PONAGANSET RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.79198, -71.67375 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Length | 612 ft |
| NID Storage | 4,320 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 4,320 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 240 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | - |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1883 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | PROVIDENCE WATER SUPPLY BOARD/CITY OF PROVIDENCE |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.