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Facts about (Misquamicut State Beach):
Overview ofMisquamicut State Beach- Facts,Trivia,and Historical Information :
Misquamicut State Beach officially opened in 1959, after the State of Rhode Island announced its' intention to acquire this beach area damaged by the 1954 hurricane. A popular surf beach with Rhode Island residents, Misquamicut is also affectionately known as "Rhode Island's best known and most popular" beach by many non-residents, mainly from Connecticut.This State Beach almost had to close in 1992 when its' forty year old septic system failed and the Division of Parks and Recreation was not allowed to build a new leach field. At this time, a solution involving the Clivus Corporation of Lawrence Mass. and DEM was investigated. From this partnership came the Clivus Compost Toilet System, a first at a Rhode Island beach. This waterless toilet system allowed Misquamicut State Beach to remain open for the enjoyment of the public.The State of Rhode Island, Department of Environmental Management has constructed a new 1.5 million dollar bathing pavilion, which opened for 1999 Beach Season. The new pavilion was designed by William L. Burgin Architects, of Newport, RI and constructed by Promac, Inc. of North Kingstown. The village-like appearance includes a bathhouse building with coin operated hot showers and Clivus Multrum composting toilets, a concession building including a gift shop and office, a lifeguard tower, shade gazebos and outdoor cold shower structures.The new complex, built just west of the existing pavilion, constructed in 1959 and dedicated in 1960, is set back slightly farther from the water and the building will be elevated on a concrete deck. To suggest an old fashion boardwalk, decking on the pavilion is made from a compound of wood and recycled plastic.
Services,Activities,Amenities,Attractions in (Misquamicut State Beach):
Restrooms , Restrooms for the Disabled , Phone , Parking , Beach , Pavilion , Picnic Tables ,Concession , Swimming, Additional Activities nearby include water, slide, rides and food.
Contact Information:
Address:Misquamicut State Beach 257 Atlantic Avenue, Westerly, Rhode Island
Phone No:(401) 596-9097
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