Indian Run Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Indian Run is a state-regulated dam located in Washington County, Rhode Island, with a significant hazard potential.


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Managed by the local government, this dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a normal storage capacity of 0. Despite not being rated for its condition assessment, the dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its safety and integrity.

With a latitude of 41.44471 and a longitude of -71.48743, Indian Run serves as a crucial structure in managing the flow of the Indian Run river. Although the dam's primary purpose and specific design details are not specified in the data, its state-regulated status indicates that it plays a key role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. Additionally, the presence of state permitting, inspection, and enforcement further underscores the importance placed on the dam's operation and maintenance.

As a part of the New England District, Indian Run is subject to the oversight of regulatory agencies to mitigate risks and ensure public safety. With its significant hazard potential and the need for regular inspections, this dam serves as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in understanding the infrastructure and management practices that support sustainable water usage and environmental resilience in Rhode Island.

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

INDIAN RUN

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

10
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.