Wyman Dam, Embankment dam in Somerset County, Maine.
Wyman Dam is an embankment dam that crosses the Kennebec River, combining earthen and concrete materials in its construction. The structure supports a power generation facility designed to supply electricity to the surrounding region.
The structure was completed in 1930 by a major power company that named it after one of its presidents. Since then it has been an important source of electricity generation for Maine communities.
The dam creates Wyman Lake, which marks territorial boundaries between Moscow, Pleasant Ridge Plantation, Caratunk, and Northwest Somerset communities.
The best time to visit is during clear weather when you can see the full structure and surrounding landscape. Access varies depending on the season and maintenance schedules, so checking ahead about current conditions is helpful.
The structure created a lake bordered by several local communities that serves practical and recreational purposes for the area. This body of water has become an important reference point in the landscape for people living nearby.
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