Lake Aldersgate

MOSQUITOHAWK BROOK-TRIB· Providence, Rhode Island· Earth· 6 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Aldersgate is classified as significant hazard in Rhode Island. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 6 ft (taller than 4.1% in RI)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Max Discharge35 cfs
NID IDRI04180

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 21, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DS

Ownership

NEW ENGLAND CONFERENCE OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH DBA CAMP ALDERSGATE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Aldersgate?

Lake Aldersgate is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Aldersgate?

Lake Aldersgate is owned by NEW ENGLAND CONFERENCE OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH DBA CAMP ALDERSGATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Aldersgate?

Lake Aldersgate serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lake Aldersgate?

Lake Aldersgate has a dam height of 6 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Lake Aldersgate last inspected?

Lake Aldersgate was last inspected on March 21, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.