Pascoag River facts for kids
The Pascoag River is a small but important river located in the state of Rhode Island in the U.S.. It flows for about 4.5 miles (7 kilometers). Along its path, you'll find five dams, which are structures built across the river to control its flow or create a reservoir.
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Where Does the Pascoag River Start and End?
The Pascoag River begins in Glocester, where many smaller streams come together to fill the Pascoag Reservoir. Think of the reservoir as a big lake that holds water. From this reservoir, the river starts its journey.
The river then flows north into the town of Burrillville. Its journey ends when it joins another river called the Clear River. This happens in a small village also named Pascoag. So, the Pascoag River flows from the Pascoag Reservoir into the Clear River.
How Do People Cross the Pascoag River?
Even though it's a small river, there are several places where roads and bridges cross over the Pascoag River. These crossings help people and cars get from one side of the river to the other.
Crossings in Glocester
- Jackson School House Road
Crossings in Burrillville
- High Street (also known as RI 100)
- Sayles Avenue
- Bridge Way
- Grove Street
What Feeds the Pascoag River?
The Pascoag River doesn't have any big, named rivers flowing into it. However, it gets its water from many smaller, unnamed streams. These little streams are like tiny helpers, bringing water from the surrounding land into the river, keeping it flowing.
