Contributed by Maine Historical Society
- MMN #104194
- print page
- download web image
Purchase a reproduction of this item on VintageMaineImages.com.
This record was added to Maine Memory Network through the efforts of a student at Plymouth State University. More info about student projects.
Description
The Ripogenus Dam, was originally built in 1853. The dam created a water reservoir, raising the level of the water in Ripogenus Lake, Caribou Lake, Moose Pond, and Chesuncook Lake.
Changes to the Ripogenus Dam began in 1915, with the purpose of providing more hydroelectricity to the Great Northern Paper Company in Millinocket. The dam was 92 feet high and 704 feet long, making it at the time, the largest storage reservoir built with private funding. Construction was completed in 1916.
About This Item
- Title: Ripogenus Dam, Millinocket, 1913
- Creation Date: 1913
- Subject Date: 1913
- Location: Millinocket, Penobscot County, ME
- Media: Photographic print
- Dimensions: 7 cm x 10.5 cm
- Local Code: Coll. 2957, Box 1/2
- Collection: Millinocket photograph collection
- Object Type: Image
Cross Reference Searches
Standardized Subject Headings
- Dams--Maine--Millinocket
- Reservoirs--Maine--Millinocket
- Ripogenus Dam (Millinocket, Me.)
- Water-power--Maine
Other Keywords
For more information about this item, contact:
Maine Historical Society485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822 x230
Website
The copyright and related rights status of this item have not been evaluated. Please contact the contributing repository for more information.
Please post your comment below to share with others. If you'd like to privately share a comment or correction with MMN staff, please send us a message with this link.
