Pioneer

Low HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateMaine
CountySomerset
Nearest CityPittsfield
River/StreamWest Branch Sebasticook River
Coordinates44.78610, -69.37960

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length570 ft
Year Completed1890 (136 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage250 acre-ft
Max Storage250 acre-ft
Normal Storage250 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area320 sq mi
Max Discharge15,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerTown of Pittsfield, ME
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection07/25/2024
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDME00110
Federal IDME00110
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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