Contributed by Biddeford Historical Society
Description
The Saco Falls, shown here around 1900, have provided electricity for surrounding communities for generations. The Cataract Dam was built in this location in 1938 for the Cumberland Electric Company, now known as the Central Maine Power Company.
About This Item
- Title: Saco Falls, Saco, ca. 1900
- Creation Date: circa 1900
- Subject Date: circa 1900
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Locations:
- Saco, York County, ME
- Biddeford, York County, ME
- Media: Photographic print
- Object Type: Image
Cross Reference Searches
Standardized Subject Headings
- Dams--Maine--Saco
- Saco River (N.H. and Me.)
- Waterfalls--Maine--Saco
- Hydroelectric power--Maine--Saco
- Rivers--Maine
For more information about this item, contact:
Biddeford Historical SocietyP.O. Box 200, Biddeford, ME 04005
(207) 502-0279
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