Barker Mill Upper, located in Auburn, Maine, is a privately-owned masonry dam completed in 1987 for hydroelectric purposes on the Little Androscoggin River.
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With a height of 24 feet and a length of 230 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 255 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 350 acres. The controlled spillway with a width of 126 feet helps regulate the maximum discharge of 19,900 cubic feet per second, ensuring the safety and efficiency of the structure.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Barker Mill Upper is classified as having a low hazard potential but a very high risk assessment, highlighting the critical importance of regular inspections and emergency preparedness. While the condition assessment is currently not available, the dam is equipped with two Tainter (radial) outlet gates for operational control. The dam's location within Androscoggin County in Maine underscores its significance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Despite its age, Barker Mill Upper remains a key infrastructure for generating clean hydroelectric power and maintaining water levels in the surrounding area. With its historical significance and ongoing management under federal regulations, this dam serves as a vital component of the local water resource system and a focal point for climate enthusiasts and stakeholders interested in sustainable energy and environmental conservation.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
230 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
Little Androscoggin River |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
41 |
Drainage Area |
350 |
Nid Storage |
255 |
Outlet Gates |
Tainter (radial) - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
24 |
Androscoggin River Near Auburn
|
2700cfs |
Nezinscot River At Turner Center
|
43cfs |
Little Androscoggin River Near South Paris
|
57cfs |
Presumpscot River At Westbrook
|
-999999cfs |
Cobbosseecontee Stream At Gardiner
|
69cfs |
Saco River At Cornish
|
1020cfs |