Hanson Brook
Key Takeaway
Hanson Brook is classified as high hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 45 ft (taller than 94.7% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 1,710 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 116 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00482 |
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
Presque Isle
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hanson Brook?
Hanson Brook 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 Hanson Brook?
Hanson Brook is owned by Presque Isle (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hanson Brook built?
Hanson Brook was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Hanson Brook?
Hanson Brook serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hanson Brook?
Hanson Brook has a dam height of 45 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 Hanson Brook last inspected?
Hanson Brook was last inspected on May 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.