Estes Bog # 5
Key Takeaway
Estes Bog # 5 is classified as high hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1877 and is 149 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 51.7% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 462 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1877 (149 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00377 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Poland
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Estes Bog # 5?
Estes Bog # 5 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Estes Bog # 5?
Estes Bog # 5 is owned by Poland (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Estes Bog # 5 built?
Estes Bog # 5 was completed in 1877, making it 149 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 Estes Bog # 5?
Estes Bog # 5 serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Estes Bog # 5?
Estes Bog # 5 has a dam height of 15 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 Estes Bog # 5 last inspected?
Estes Bog # 5 was last inspected on August 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.