Cranberry Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cranberry Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18.4% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 737 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 494 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 127 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 282 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00622 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cranberry Lake Dam?
Cranberry Lake 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 Cranberry Lake Dam?
Cranberry Lake Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cranberry Lake Dam built?
Cranberry Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Cranberry Lake Dam?
Cranberry Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cranberry Lake Dam?
Cranberry Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Cranberry Lake Dam last inspected?
Cranberry Lake Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.