Gainer Memorial

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateRhode Island
CountyProvidence
Nearest CitySCITUATE
River/StreamPAWTUXET RIVER-NORTH BRANCH
Coordinates41.75327, -71.58486

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height189 ft
Dam Height109 ft
Dam Length3,200 ft
Year Completed1926 (100 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage164,850 acre-ft
Max Storage164,850 acre-ft
Normal Storage114,000 acre-ft
Surface Area3,390 acres
Drainage Area93 sq mi
Max Discharge53,520 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerPROVIDENCE WATER SUPPLY BOARD/CITY OF PROVIDENCE
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDRI03001
Federal IDRI03001
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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