Which open space resources in Rhode Island do we value and why do we want to preserve them?

 

 
 
 
Open Space Resources
Reasons for Open Space
  • freshwater wetlands
  • wellhead areas
  • coastal lands
  • streams and lakes
 To protect water quality for drinking, aquatic life and recreation.
  • floodplains
 To store flood waters.
  • agriculturally significant soils
 To protect RI's farmland.
  • significant habitat
  • large tracts of forests or fields
To protect critical habitats and/or rare and threatened species.
To protect air quality
To protect scenic values.
To preserve the productive uses of fields and forests.
  • state greenway corridors
 To provide habitat links, recreation/alternative transportation and noise buffers.
  • historic sites
  • archaeological resources
 To protect RI's historic features and landmarks.