Gainer Memorial
Rhode Island — Providence County — PAWTUXET RIVER-NORTH BRANCH
Location
| State | Rhode Island |
| County | Providence |
| River | PAWTUXET RIVER-NORTH BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 41.75327, -71.58486 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 189 ft |
| Dam Height | 109 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,200 ft |
| NID Storage | 164,850 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 164,850 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,390 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1926 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | PROVIDENCE WATER SUPPLY BOARD/CITY OF PROVIDENCE |
| Other Name | Scituate Reservoir |
Location Map
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.