RI 5. Lonsdale Marshes. Acreage: 25. 



Location: Providence County; Pawtucket Quadrangle; adjacent to Central Falls; 

 reached via Rts. 122, 123. 



Description: Open flood plain on the Blackstone River. Typical marsh vegeta- 

 tion of various grasses and sedges. Excellent area for waterfowl and muskrats; 

 good for many kinds of aquatic animals. 



Encroachments: Serious; lies in a highly developed area; is slowly becoming 

 eliminated. 



Ownership: Many owners. 



Data source: John M. Cronan, Division of Conservation, 83 Park St., 

 Providence, R.I. 02900. 



Other knowledgeable persons: George Lavallee, Lavallee Drive, Cumberland, 

 R.I. 02864. 



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