Chipuxet River facts for kids

The Chipuxet River is a river located in the U.S. state of Rhode Island. It flows for about 8.5 miles (13.7 km). There are also two dams built along the river.

This river is very important. It is the main source of drinking water for the University of Rhode Island. Because a lot of water is taken from the river, it can sometimes run dry.

Where the Chipuxet River Flows

The Chipuxet River starts in Exeter. It begins at a place now called Slocum Reservoir. From there, the river flows south. It passes by the University of Rhode Island. Then, it continues through South Kingstown. Finally, the river reaches its end at Worden Pond.

Roads Crossing the Chipuxet River

Many roads cross over the Chipuxet River. This list shows the crossings starting from where the river begins and moving downstream.

• In North Kingstown:
  • Railroad Avenue
• In Exeter:
  • Bridge Ridge Road
  • Dorset Mill Road
  • Yawgoo Valley Road
  • Wolf Rock Road
• In South Kingstown:
  • Kingstown Road (RI 138)

Smaller Streams Joining the River

The Chipuxet River does not have any named smaller rivers or streams that flow into it. However, many unnamed streams do feed into the river. These smaller streams help to keep the Chipuxet River flowing.