Automatic

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateMaine
CountyKennebec
Nearest CityWaterville
River/StreamMessalonskee Stream
Coordinates44.54750, -69.64320

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height33 ft
Dam Height33 ft
Dam Length81 ft
Year Completed1924 (102 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage900 acre-ft
Max Storage900 acre-ft
Normal Storage900 acre-ft
Surface Area68 acres
Drainage Area205 sq mi
Max Discharge1,910 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerEssex Hydro Associates, LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/29/2022
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDME00103
Federal IDME00103
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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