Eddington-Holbrook
Key Takeaway
Eddington-Holbrook is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1802 and is 224 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 4.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 501 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1802 (224 years old) |
| NID ID | ME96053 |
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
Eddington-Holbrook Dam, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eddington-Holbrook?
Eddington-Holbrook 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 Eddington-Holbrook?
Eddington-Holbrook is owned by Eddington-Holbrook Dam, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eddington-Holbrook built?
Eddington-Holbrook was completed in 1802, making it 224 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 Eddington-Holbrook?
Eddington-Holbrook 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 Eddington-Holbrook?
Eddington-Holbrook has a dam height of 8 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 Eddington-Holbrook last inspected?
Eddington-Holbrook was last inspected on October 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.