West Buxton

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMaine
CountyYork
Nearest CityBuxton
River/StreamSaco River
Coordinates43.66680, -70.60320

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length643 ft
Year Completed1907 (119 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,230 acre-ft
Max Storage1,230 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,230 acre-ft
Surface Area131 acres
Drainage Area1,572 sq mi
Max Discharge16,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerBrookfield Renewable Power LLC NYRO
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/26/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDME00035
Federal IDME00035
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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