Echo Lake
Key Takeaway
Echo Lake is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 65.2% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 154 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 257 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 83 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00302 |
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
BPL, DOACF/State of Maine
State Government
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Low Hazard 35 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Echo Lake?
Echo Lake 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 Echo Lake?
Echo Lake is owned by BPL, DOACF/State of Maine (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Echo Lake built?
Echo Lake was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Echo Lake?
Echo Lake serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Echo Lake?
Echo Lake has a dam height of 17 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 Echo Lake last inspected?
Echo Lake was last inspected on August 1, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.