Water Damage Help in Barrington, RI
Water damage in Barrington, RI is concentrated in low coastal areas such as Bay Spring, which the town says lies almost entirely in FEMA flood zones. The 1938 hurricane and Carol in 1954 flooded the shoreline. RI Water Damage Help is a free referral line; calls to (401) 466-0446 reach an independent local company.
Last updated October 15, 2026
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Which Barrington neighborhoods flood?
FEMA’s flood study records 1938 flood levels in Barrington ranging from about 14.3 feet at Rumstick to 14.7 feet at Barrington Beach. It also says the storm destroyed many homes around Annawamscutt Beach and Bay Spring. A local historian’s talk described Bay Spring’s waterfront houses and tent villages disappearing and Nayatt Point cottages heavily damaged.
Source: FEMA Flood Insurance Study, Bristol County · Source: Barrington PatchFEMA’s study says Carol’s flood levels were generally 1 to 2 feet lower than 1938’s but still caused severe coastal damage.
Source: FEMA Flood Insurance Study, Bristol County · Source: URI thesisThe town’s resilience plan says Bay Spring is almost entirely in FEMA flood zones and faces southwest, taking direct waves from the bay. Read Avenue between Lake and Spring avenues floods often in storms and high spring tides, and the Annawamscutt Brook culvert is a trouble spot.
Source: Town of Barrington, Bay Spring Resilience PlanWhat are Barrington homes like?
Census estimates put Barrington’s median home at 1956, with about 28% built before 1940. About 88% of occupied homes are owner-occupied, and very few are seasonal.
Data: Census ACS 2020-24
What do official sources say about basement and flood coverage in Barrington?
- Triple-I says sewer backups aren’t covered by typical homeowners policies and are available as an add-on endorsement, usually at nominal cost. (Triple-I)
- FloodSmart notes NFIP coverage generally begins 30 days after the date of purchase. (FloodSmart, National Flood Insurance Program)
- FEMA’s Flood Map Service Center shows whether a specific Barrington address is in a mapped flood zone. (FEMA Flood Map Service Center)
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To see how Barrington compares with the rest of the state, check the Rhode Island flood and water damage risk by town guide.
Water damage in Barrington, RI: common questions
Is Bay Spring in a flood zone?
The town’s resilience plan says the neighborhood is almost entirely within FEMA flood zones. FEMA’s Flood Map Service Center shows the zone for a specific address.
Does homeowners insurance cover a failed sump pump?
Triple-I says sewer and drain backup isn’t covered under a typical homeowners policy and must be added as an endorsement. Sump overflow is often grouped with that coverage; the policy wording controls.
Do you serve Barrington?
Calls from Barrington are routed to participating independent companies when one is available for your neighborhood. Availability can vary.
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