Damariscotta - Waste Gate Dam
Key Takeaway
Damariscotta - Waste Gate Dam is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18.4% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 57 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 142.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 142.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4,625 acres |
| Drainage Area | 57 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | ME83062 |
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
KEI (Maine) Power Management (IV) LLC
Private
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Damariscotta - Waste Gate Dam?
Damariscotta - Waste Gate 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 Damariscotta - Waste Gate Dam?
Damariscotta - Waste Gate Dam is owned by KEI (Maine) Power Management (IV) LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Damariscotta - Waste Gate Dam built?
Damariscotta - Waste Gate Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Damariscotta - Waste Gate Dam?
Damariscotta - Waste Gate Dam serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Damariscotta - Waste Gate Dam?
Damariscotta - Waste Gate 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 Damariscotta - Waste Gate Dam last inspected?
Damariscotta - Waste Gate Dam was last inspected on August 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.