Alamoosook Lake
Key Takeaway
Alamoosook Lake is classified as high hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 51.7% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 165 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,133 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00144 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Bucksport Generation, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Alamoosook Lake?
Alamoosook Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Alamoosook Lake?
Alamoosook Lake is owned by Bucksport Generation, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alamoosook Lake built?
Alamoosook Lake was completed in 1930, making it 96 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Alamoosook Lake?
Alamoosook Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Alamoosook Lake?
Alamoosook Lake has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Alamoosook Lake last inspected?
Alamoosook Lake was last inspected on October 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.