Range Pond #3 is a captivating hydroelectric dam located in Androscoggin, Maine, with a rich history dating back to 1900.
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Owned by the local government, this stone dam stands at a height of 21 feet and boasts a storage capacity of 1,845 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Range Pond #3 is hydroelectric power generation, but it also serves other functions such as recreation.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Range Pond #3 is a structurally sound dam that is state-regulated and regularly inspected by the Maine Emergency Management Agency. The dam has a spillway width of 24 feet, ensuring effective water flow management. Despite its age, Range Pond #3 continues to play a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region, showcasing the importance of sustainable infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
120 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
Range Brook |
Primary Dam Type |
Stone |
Surface Area |
173 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
173 |
Nid Storage |
1845 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
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2700cfs |
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43cfs |
Little Androscoggin River Near South Paris
|
57cfs |
Presumpscot River At Westbrook
|
-999999cfs |
Saco River At Cornish
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1020cfs |
Cobbosseecontee Stream At Gardiner
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69cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Dunn's Campground
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Laurel South
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Hoop Basketball Camp
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SEEDS OF PEACE CAMP
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Migis Lodge
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