Graham Lake Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMaine
CountyHancock
Nearest CityEllsworth
River/StreamUnion River
Coordinates44.59095, -68.44067

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height43 ft
Dam Height43 ft
Dam Length630 ft
Year Completed1924 (102 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage130,000 acre-ft
Max Storage130,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage130,000 acre-ft
Surface Area10,300 acres
Drainage Area499 sq mi
Max Discharge24,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerBlack Bear Hydro Partners, LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/21/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDME00264
Federal IDME00264
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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