Upper Kezar Falls - Main Channel

Maine — Oxford County — Ossipee River

Location

StateMaine
CountyOxford
RiverOssipee River
Coordinates43.80660, -70.89040

Physical Characteristics

NID Height8 ft
Dam Height8 ft
Dam Length270 ft
NID Storage130 acre-ft
Max Storage130 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionJune 28, 2018
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1860
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeTimber Crib
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerKezar Falls Hydro, LLC

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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.

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