Moosehead - West Outlet

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateMaine
CountySomerset
Nearest CityThe Forks
River/StreamKennebec River
Coordinates45.65190, -69.74260

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length830 ft
Year Completed1835 (191 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,080,000 acre-ft
Max Storage1,080,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,080,000 acre-ft
Surface Area74,200 acres
Drainage Area1,268 sq mi
Max Discharge3,900 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerKennebec Water Power Company
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/20/2022
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDME00092
Federal IDME00091S001
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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