Branch Lake
Maine — Hancock County — Branch Lake Stream
Location
| State | Maine |
| County | Hancock |
| River | Branch Lake Stream |
| Coordinates | 44.56761, -68.50664 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Length | 294 ft |
| NID Storage | 18,100 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 18,100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,703 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 13, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 6 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1911 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Ellsworth |
| Other Name | Branch Lake |
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.