Ninigret Salt Pond

Land Use

Does development, housing, and tourism affect the salt pond region?

Miles of scenic shoreline, beaches, and seaside resorts attract many people to Southern Rhode Island. In fact, it is the fastest growing area in the state. On a peak summer day the population can swell to an additional 165,000 people! But growth does have its consequences. While people are attracted to the Salt Pond region, the natural beauty and preservation of the pond is being jeopardized. Overdevelopment threatens the area's ability to absorb wastes and keep its waters unpolluted.