CMP

Goose River· Waldo, Maine· Built 1908· Concrete· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

CMP is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 77.8% in ME)
Dam Length231 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage147 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area20 sq mi
Year Completed1908 (118 years old)
NID IDME00594

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 18, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MEMA

Ownership

Nicholas Cabral

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of CMP?

CMP 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 CMP?

CMP is owned by Nicholas Cabral (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was CMP built?

CMP was completed in 1908, making it 118 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is CMP?

CMP has a dam height of 21 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 CMP last inspected?

CMP was last inspected on August 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.