New Mills
Maine — Kennebec County — Cobbosseecontee
Location
| State | Maine |
| County | Kennebec |
| River | Cobbosseecontee |
| Coordinates | 44.22000, -69.79000 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| NID Storage | 4,650 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 4,650 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 856 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 9, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 6 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1885 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Gardiner;Litchfield;Richmond |
| Other Name | New Mills |
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.