North Auburn is a private water supply dam located in Androscoggin, Maine, specifically on Lake Auburn.
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The dam, completed in 1964, stands at a height of 12 feet with a hydraulic height of 10 feet, serving a primary purpose of water supply. It has a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 120 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 111 acres.
The dam at North Auburn is classified as a concrete type with a length of 150 feet and a spillway width of 50 feet. It is regulated by the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), with state oversight for permitting, inspections, and enforcement. The dam is considered to have a significant hazard potential and has a scheduled inspection frequency of every 6 years, with the last assessment conducted in May 2020.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, North Auburn offers an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure management and regulatory oversight. Its role in providing water supply to the region, combined with its design features and hazard potential, makes it a focal point for understanding the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in the state of Maine.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
150 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
Lake Auburn |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
111 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
12 |
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