Chesterville Marsh
Key Takeaway
Chesterville Marsh is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 72.9% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 87 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 266 acres |
| Drainage Area | 25 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1988 |
| NID ID | ME00122 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
IFW/State of Maine
State Government
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Low Hazard 19 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Chesterville Marsh?
Chesterville Marsh is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Chesterville Marsh?
Chesterville Marsh is owned by IFW/State of Maine (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chesterville Marsh built?
Chesterville Marsh was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Chesterville Marsh?
Chesterville Marsh serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chesterville Marsh?
Chesterville Marsh has a dam height of 19 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 Chesterville Marsh last inspected?
Chesterville Marsh was last inspected on August 31, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.