Upper Somes

Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateMaine
CountyHancock
River/StreamSomes Brook
Coordinates44.36063, -68.33781

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length183 ft
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage344 acre-ft
Max Storage344 acre-ft
Normal Storage275 acre-ft
Surface Area104 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerMount Desert
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDME00597
Federal IDME00597
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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