Horseshoe

Rhode Island, Providence County, PAWTUXET RIVER-NORTH BRANCH

Location

StateRhode Island
CountyProvidence
RiverPAWTUXET RIVER-NORTH BRANCH
Coordinates41.83302, -71.59353

Physical Characteristics

NID Height12 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length240 ft
NID Storage1,935 acre-ft
Max Storage1,935 acre-ft
Surface Area242 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last Inspection-
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1920
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerPROVIDENCE WATER SUPPLY BOARD/CITY OF PROVIDENCE
Other NameNorth Scituate Horseshoe

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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