Gardner Brook is a private hydroelectric dam located in Oxford, Maine, with a primary purpose of providing fire protection, stock, and hydroelectric power.
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The concrete dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a hydraulic height of 10 feet, with a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet. Completed in 1986, the dam serves the local area with a normal storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a surface area of 10 acres.
Managed by the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), Gardner Brook is state-regulated for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for condition assessment. The last inspection was conducted in November 2000, with a frequency of 12 inspections per year. While the dam does not currently have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, it meets state guidelines for risk management measures.
The dam's location along Gardner Brook contributes to the overall water resource management in the area, providing essential services while ensuring compliance with state regulations. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate conservation can appreciate Gardner Brook's role in sustaining local ecosystems and supporting renewable energy production through hydroelectric power generation.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
100 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
Gardner Brook |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
140 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
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Town Corner Campsite
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