Cooks Brook Dam
Key Takeaway
Cooks Brook Dam is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 51.7% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00543 |
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
Penny & Darren Shay
Private
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Low Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cooks Brook Dam?
Cooks Brook Dam 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 Cooks Brook Dam?
Cooks Brook Dam is owned by Penny & Darren Shay (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cooks Brook Dam built?
Cooks Brook Dam 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 Cooks Brook Dam?
Cooks Brook Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cooks Brook Dam?
Cooks Brook Dam 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 Cooks Brook Dam last inspected?
Cooks Brook Dam was last inspected on May 21, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.