Upper Somes
Maine — Hancock County — Somes Brook
Location
| State | Maine |
| County | Hancock |
| River | Somes Brook |
| Coordinates | 44.36063, -68.33781 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 183 ft |
| NID Storage | 344 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 344 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 104 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 12 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1900 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Mount Desert |
| Other Name | Somes Pond Outlet |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.