Water Damage Help in Lincoln, RI
Lincoln sits between the Blackstone and Moshassuck rivers, and in January 2024 floodwater overtopped two high-hazard dams and closed Route 146. RI Water Damage Help is a free referral line: calling (401) 466-0446 connects you with an independent local water damage company.
Last updated October 29, 2026
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How has flooding hit Lincoln?
The Blackstone River at the Woonsocket gauge crested at 14.4 feet, 2.4 feet above moderate flood stage, and the National Weather Service reported flooding of roads, businesses and houses in the Lincoln, Cumberland and Pawtucket areas. Its photo of the crest, taken from the Route 116 bridge, shows the river at Ashton Mill on the Lincoln–Cumberland line.
Source: National Weather ServiceWater was flowing over Butterfly Pond and Moffett Pond dams on the Moshassuck River, both rated high hazard, and officials warned that a failure of either would likely cost lives. Higginson and Sherman avenues were closed around noon.
Source: Boston GlobeFloodwater and stranded vehicles closed both directions of Route 146 in Lincoln near Exit 5 during the same storm.
Source: Providence Business NewsHow old are homes in Lincoln?
Census estimates put the median Lincoln home at 1970, and about 21% of its roughly 9,000 homes were built in 1939 or earlier, many in the older mill villages of Manville, Albion and Saylesville. Finished basements in newer homes are usually the first place water shows up after heavy rain.
Data: Census ACS 2020-24 · Compare every town: Rhode Island flood risk by town
What do official sources say about flood risk in Lincoln?
- Triple-I notes that standard homeowners policies exclude flood damage, which is insured separately through the NFIP or private insurers. (Triple-I)
- According to FloodSmart, a new NFIP flood policy generally takes effect 30 days after purchase, with limited exceptions. (FloodSmart)
- The EPA says that if wet materials are dried within 24 to 48 hours of a leak, mold will not grow in most cases. (EPA)
- NOAA posts live river levels and flood stages for the Blackstone River gauge at Woonsocket, upstream of Lincoln. (NOAA National Water Prediction Service)
- FEMA’s Flood Map Service Center lists the official flood zone for any Lincoln address. (FEMA Flood Map Service Center)
Related service guides
- Water in a finished basement: flooded basement cleanup and drying.
- Blackstone or Moshassuck River flooding: flood damage repair.
- Storm runoff or roof leaks: storm damage cleanup.
- Frozen or burst pipes: burst pipe cleanup.
- Ice dams and roof-edge leaks after snow: ice dam roof leaks.
Other guides: water damage restoration, mold inspection and removal, sewage backup cleanup, cost guide, insurance FAQ.
Water damage in Lincoln, RI: common questions
Does homeowners insurance cover river flooding in Lincoln?
Triple-I says standard homeowners policies exclude flood damage, including river flooding. Flood coverage is sold separately through the NFIP or private insurers, and FloodSmart says new NFIP policies usually take 30 days to start.
Can I get help with mold in Lincoln?
Not right now. Mold referrals aren’t available for Lincoln yet, but water damage referrals are. If mold is growing because of a recent leak or flood, a water damage company can still dry out the source.
How fast should water damage be dried out?
As soon as possible. The EPA says drying wet materials within 24 to 48 hours of a leak prevents mold growth in most cases.
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