Slatersville Middle Dam Waterfall
North Smithfield · Blackstone Valley
Short-walk village dam waterfall stop in the Slatersville historic district.
Key facts
Swimming
Not a swim page. treat this as a quick waterfall-view stop around a dammed river drop
Access
Village path and short public walk
Parking
Limited
Current conditions
Trip profile
Difficulty
Reward
Risk
Good fit, skip if, before you go
Good fit
Visitors planning a Slatersville Middle Dam Waterfall stop
Freshwater waterfall and quick-scout explorers
People comfortable with short public-view or village-access stops
Skip
High water, barriers, or posted rules make access unclear
You need a lifeguarded beach or dedicated swim area
You are not prepared for slick rock, current, or edge hazards
Before you go
- Use the parking pin as the arrival point and confirm access before committing.
- Respect posted rules and any no-entry areas near dams, mills, or private edges.
- Treat current, slick footing, and drop-offs seriously.
- Pack out trash and leave village or trail access unobstructed.
- If water force or footing feels wrong, keep it to a viewing stop.