Harris Station Dam, Gravity dam in Northeast Somerset, Maine, US
Harris Station Dam is a concrete structure along the Kennebec River that creates Indian Pond as a reservoir behind it, standing approximately 175 feet (53 meters) tall. The structure spans roughly 225 feet (69 meters) across the river and operates as a hydroelectric facility managed by Brookfield Renewable.
Built between 1952 and 1954 by Central Maine Power, the structure was named after Ford Harris, the company's chief engineer who oversaw its construction. This project represented a major investment in regional hydroelectric infrastructure during the mid-20th century.
The dam forms part of the regional infrastructure, generating 86 megawatts of hydroelectric power that supplies electricity to communities across New England.
The location is accessible by local roads and offers viewing areas along the river for those interested in seeing the structure up close. The site is best explored on foot, and river conditions can change depending on water releases from the facility.
The reservoir maintains a water temperature above 70 degrees in summer months due to the shallow nature of Indian Pond.
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