Rumford Falls Middle Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMaine
CountyOxford
Nearest CityRumford
River/StreamAndroscoggin River
Coordinates44.54275, -70.54637

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeTimber Crib
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length428 ft
Year Completed1892 (134 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage141 acre-ft
Max Storage141 acre-ft
Normal Storage141 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area2,080 sq mi
Max Discharge75,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerRumford Falls Hydro LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection07/21/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDME00012
Federal IDME00012
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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