Doughty Falls
Key Takeaway
Doughty Falls is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1840 and is 186 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 59.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 135 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1840 (186 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00393 |
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
unknown - not anthony olbres
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Doughty Falls?
Doughty Falls 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 Doughty Falls?
Doughty Falls is owned by unknown - not anthony olbres (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Doughty Falls built?
Doughty Falls was completed in 1840, making it 186 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 Doughty Falls?
Doughty Falls serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Doughty Falls?
Doughty Falls has a dam height of 16 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 Doughty Falls last inspected?
Doughty Falls was last inspected on May 2, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.