Canada Falls Lake

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMaine
CountySomerset
Nearest CityPittston Farm
River/StreamWest Branch Penobscot River
Coordinates45.87180, -69.99950

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height50 ft
Dam Height50 ft
Dam Length765 ft
Year Completed1921 (105 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage21,670 acre-ft
Max Storage21,670 acre-ft
Normal Storage21,670 acre-ft
Surface Area2,521 acres
Drainage Area164 sq mi
Max Discharge10,060 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
Owner TypeNot Listed
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection07/19/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDME00215
Federal IDME00215
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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