Weston - North Channel

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMaine
CountySomerset
Nearest CitySkowhegan
River/StreamKennebec River
Coordinates44.76480, -69.72140

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height38 ft
Dam Height38 ft
Dam Length529.5 ft
Year Completed1921 (105 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage18,600 acre-ft
Max Storage18,600 acre-ft
Normal Storage18,600 acre-ft
Surface Area930 acres
Drainage Area3,894 sq mi
Max Discharge143,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
Owner TypeNot Listed
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/23/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDME00085
Federal IDME00085
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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