Gateway issue causes Pawtuxet River levels to drop at Hope Dam

Gateway issue causes Pawtuxet River levels to drop at Hope Dam

SCITUATE, R.I. (WPRI) — Rhode Island's largest river has come to a standstill near the Hope Dam in Scituate, where the normally rushing Pawtuxet has slowed to a trickle in recent days. The river, which flows from Scituate to Narragansett Bay, has seen below-average water levels near the dam, making it difficult for kayakers, paddleboarders, and small boats to navigate a usually popular launch area. The issue has drawn attention from several agen…