Skelton

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMaine
CountyYork
Nearest CityBiddeford
River/StreamSaco River
Coordinates43.57100, -70.55790

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height75 ft
Dam Height75 ft
Dam Length1,695 ft
Year Completed1948 (78 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage25,250 acre-ft
Max Storage25,250 acre-ft
Normal Storage25,250 acre-ft
Surface Area488 acres
Drainage Area1,622 sq mi
Max Discharge160,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerBrookfield Renewable Power LLC NYRO
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/25/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDME00033
Federal IDME00033
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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