Eel Weir

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMaine
CountyCumberland
Nearest CitySouth Windham
River/StreamPresumpscot River
Coordinates43.83020, -70.45500

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeMasonry
NID Height22 ft
Dam Height22 ft
Dam Length1,310 ft
Year Completed1879 (147 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage330,000 acre-ft
Max Storage330,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage330,000 acre-ft
Surface Area28,771 acres
Drainage Area441 sq mi
Max Discharge8,800 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerDichotomy Power Maine, LLC and Presumpcot Hydro, LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/16/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDME00070
Federal IDME00070
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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