North Twin - Dike 3

Maine — Penobscot County — West Branch Penobscot River

Location

StateMaine
CountyPenobscot
RiverWest Branch Penobscot River
Coordinates45.64273, -68.77962

Physical Characteristics

NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length660 ft
NID Storage346,000 acre-ft
Max Storage346,000 acre-ft
Surface Area17,790 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionAugust 10, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1934
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeNot Listed

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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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