Dam owner Brookfield Renewable Partners said in a statement that the company is disappointed by such claims from groups that want dams removed in lower Kennebec River communities.
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Updates on Farmington projects given
Tuesday, Jan. 28 selectmen were given updates on the Walton’s Mill Dam project.
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Farmington to host public meetings on dam removal
FARMINGTON — Three public meetings will be held prior to a November referendum asking Farmington residents if they want to see the Walton’s Mill Dam on Temple Stream removed by the Atlantic Salmon Federation. The first meeting will be held Wednesday while additional dates have been set for Oct. 10 and Oct. 24, according to a […]
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Walton Mill Dam meeting, February 21 in Farmington
FARMINGTON — Town officials and the Atlantic Salmon Federation will hold a fourth public meeting Wednesday, Feb. 21, on the future of the Walton’s Mill Dam on Temple Stream. It’s set from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. downstairs in the Farmington Community Center, 127 Middle St. After Atlantic salmon, a federally endangered species, were found spawning south […]
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Agencies seek funding from Farmington
Walton Mill Pond Dam in Farmington (File Photo) FARMINGTON — Representatives from half a dozen social service agencies asked selectmen Tuesday evening to restore funding for them in the county budget. Vice Chairman Stephan Bunker, who led the meeting, asked Selectmen Scott Landry, Michael Fogg and Matthew Smith to hear their appeal, which was […]
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Farmington dam study sparks debate
FARMINGTON — A first look at options for the Walton’s Mill Dam on Wednesday raised strong emotions at times, as nearby landowners voiced concerns about potential demolition or changes to the dam. Neighbors who have enjoyed the scenic pond for recreation and viewing wildlife questioned the existence of salmon in the stream and the potential […]
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Walton's Mill Pond Dam meeting Wednesday
FARMINGTON — A public meeting is scheduled for Wednesday to discuss the results of the draft Walton’s Mill Dam feasibility study, Atlantic salmon passage and landscape designs for the adjacent town park. The public is invited to the discussion planned from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 29, at the Farmington Community Center. Hosted by […]
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Walton's Mill Dam meeting set next week
FARMINGTON — A public meeting is scheduled Nov. 8 to discuss options for the Walton’s Mill Dam and Atlantic salmon passage, along with concepts for improvements to the park next to the dam. The meeting is from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Farmington Community Center. It will be hosted by town officials and the […]
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Fish passage options through Walton Mill Pond Dam under study
FARMINGTON — A vast area of cold water habitats for salmon along the Sandy River and Temple Stream is the basis for a six-month feasibility study on options to provide fish passage at the Walton’s Mill Dam. The Sandy River and its tributaries are the focus of a salmon restoration project, John Burrows, director of […]
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Walton’s Mill Dam study discussed on June 7
FARMINGTON — A six-month study of ways to provide fish passage at Walton Mill Pond Dam kicks off Wednesday, June 7, with a public informational meeting. The meeting takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. in the downstairs of the Community Center. The Walton’s Mill Dam on Temple Stream prevents adult Atlantic salmon, a critically […]