Dam Removal in the U.S.

Since the Edwards Dam in Augusta, Maine was dismantled in 1999,

more than 100 dams have been removed across the United States, according to American Rivers. Over 76,000 dams taller than 6 feet (1.8 m) remain, however, and fewer than 3% of these are used to generate electricity. For details, visit www.americanrivers.org.