Upper Kezar Falls - Main Channel

Oxford County, Maine (near Kezar Falls)

River/Stream: Ossipee River

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Timber Crib
Height
8 ft
Dam Length
270 ft
Reservoir Storage
130 acre-ft
Year Completed
1860
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
16,600 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2018-06-28

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

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

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
ME83032
State
Maine (ME)
Coordinates
43.80660, -70.89040
Age
166 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.