Goodwins Mills
Key Takeaway
Goodwins Mills is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.9% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1986 |
| NID ID | ME00542 |
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
Advent Christian Church of Goodwins Mills
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Goodwins Mills?
Goodwins Mills 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 Goodwins Mills?
Goodwins Mills is owned by Advent Christian Church of Goodwins Mills (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goodwins Mills built?
Goodwins Mills was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Goodwins Mills?
Goodwins Mills serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Goodwins Mills?
Goodwins Mills has a dam height of 12 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 Goodwins Mills last inspected?
Goodwins Mills was last inspected on June 19, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.