Rumford Falls Middle Dam

Maine — Oxford County — Androscoggin River

Location

StateMaine
CountyOxford
RiverAndroscoggin River
Coordinates44.54275, -70.54637

Physical Characteristics

NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length428 ft
NID Storage141 acre-ft
Max Storage141 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 21, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1892
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeTimber Crib
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerRumford Falls Hydro LLC
Other NameMiddle Dam

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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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