Saugatucket River facts for kids

The Saugatucket River is a cool river in the state of Rhode Island, which is in the U.S.A.. It's about 13 kilometers (or 8 miles) long. You'll find three dams along its path.

Where Does the Saugatucket River Flow?

The Saugatucket River starts its journey in a small pond. This pond is located east of Deer Ridge Drive in North Kingstown. From there, the river flows south. It travels through South Kingstown. The river ends its journey at Silver Spring Cove. This cove is just south of the village of Wakefield.

Bridges and Crossings Over the River

Many roads and bridges cross over the Saugatucket River. These crossings help people and cars get from one side to the other. Here is a list of some important crossings. They are listed starting from where the river begins and moving downstream.

• In South Kingstown, Rhode Island:
  • Mooresfield Road (RI 138)
  • Broad Rock Road
  • Saugatucket Road
  • Kersey Road
  • Kingstown Road (RI 108)
  • Church Street
  • Main Street
  • Silver Lake Avenue
  • U.S. 1

What Streams Feed the Saugatucket River?

A tributary is a smaller stream or river that flows into a larger one. The Saugatucket River has a few named tributaries. These are Fresh Meadow Brook and Rocky Brook. They are the only two with specific names. However, many other smaller, unnamed streams also flow into the Saugatucket River. These streams help keep the river full of water.