Hydro-Kennebec (Old Canal Gatehouse)
Key Takeaway
Hydro-Kennebec (Old Canal Gatehouse) is classified as high hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 86.9% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 104 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 250 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4,270 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 185,850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | ME83054 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Hydro-Kennebec (Old Canal Gatehouse)?
Hydro-Kennebec (Old Canal Gatehouse) is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hydro-Kennebec (Old Canal Gatehouse)?
Hydro-Kennebec (Old Canal Gatehouse) is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hydro-Kennebec (Old Canal Gatehouse) built?
Hydro-Kennebec (Old Canal Gatehouse) was completed in 1989, making it 37 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Hydro-Kennebec (Old Canal Gatehouse)?
Hydro-Kennebec (Old Canal Gatehouse) serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hydro-Kennebec (Old Canal Gatehouse)?
Hydro-Kennebec (Old Canal Gatehouse) has a dam height of 28 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Hydro-Kennebec (Old Canal Gatehouse) last inspected?
Hydro-Kennebec (Old Canal Gatehouse) was last inspected on June 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.