Ernest Street Sewage Pumping Station

The Ernest Street Sewage Pumping Station, located in Providence, Rhode Island, is a historic site that dates back to 1897-98. It features a main pumphouse and a smaller screening house, both showcasing Colonial Revival architecture. This facility played a crucial role in modernizing the city's sewage treatment system. Although some structures have been demolished over the years, the remaining buildings are significant for their historical value and are listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1989. Visitors interested in industrial history and architecture will find this site a unique glimpse into the evolution of urban infrastructure.