Pennessewassee Stream
Key Takeaway
Pennessewassee Stream is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 72.9% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 35 ft |
| Max Storage | 5.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1990 |
| NID ID | ME00748 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KEI (USA) Power Management Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pennessewassee Stream?
Pennessewassee Stream is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pennessewassee Stream?
Pennessewassee Stream is owned by KEI (USA) Power Management Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pennessewassee Stream built?
Pennessewassee Stream was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Pennessewassee Stream?
Pennessewassee Stream serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pennessewassee Stream?
Pennessewassee Stream has a dam height of 19 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 Pennessewassee Stream last inspected?
Pennessewassee Stream was last inspected on October 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.