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Canada Pond Management Area

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Photo showing trees along the water in the Canada Pond Management Area
photo of power lines and a sign that says the property is owned by the City of Providence
A photo showing a dirt road
a photo showing a grass walking path
photo showing trees
Photo showing trees along the water in the Canada Pond Management Area

History

Former mill pond that includes upper and lower Canada Dams built circa 1915 and likely once used for industrial purposes along the West River and the Moshassuck River. Deeded to the city in 1955, 1995, additional lots 2003.

The location is difficult to access as it is off a busy road with no parking. Enter the site on Branch Ave, just north of the Sunoco Station near the 146 North on ramp, where Parks Department signage is posted.

Recent Improvements

  • Repairs to the lower-level outlet completed by the Department of Public Works in 2020

Details

Status
Open Year-Round
Neighborhood
Charles
Acreage
19.5 acres
Coordinates
41.854788, -71.426297
Address
Opposite 76 Lakeside St
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Amenities

Natural Areas

Maintenance

Collaboratively maintained by multiple City departments- PEMA, DPW, Parks. 

Report an Issue

To report a maintenance issue at this location, submit a request through PVD 311 or contact the Parks Department directly.

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Providence Parks creates and maintains exceptional, accessible green spaces that serve as the foundation for wellbeing, quality of life, and environmental stewardship in Providence, Rhode Island.



Contact
Providence Parks Department
Clark Dalrymple Boathouse
Roger Williams Park
1000 Elmwood Ave
Providence, RI 02905

Superintendent: Wendy Nilsson
providenceri.gov/parks