Scopan

Aroostook County, Maine (near Ashland)

River/Stream: Squa Pan Stream

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Concrete
Height
35 ft
Dam Length
590 ft
Reservoir Storage
59,300 acre-ft
Year Completed
1928
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
36,850 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2022-08-31

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
ME00234
State
Maine (ME)
Coordinates
46.55644, -68.32542
Age
98 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.