Howland

Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateMaine
CountyPenobscot
Nearest CityHowland
River/StreamPiscataquis River
Coordinates45.23940, -68.65750

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height17 ft
Dam Height17 ft
Dam Length660 ft
Year Completed1916 (110 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,400 acre-ft
Max Storage3,400 acre-ft
Normal Storage3,400 acre-ft
Surface Area270 acres
Drainage Area1,500 sq mi
Max Discharge42,525 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerPenobscot River Restoration Trust
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Last Inspection08/26/2015
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDME00155
Federal IDME00155
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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