Heald Stream

Heald Stream· Somerset, Maine· Built 1900· Concrete· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Other Private

Key Takeaway

Heald Stream is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 84.8% in ME)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage121 acre-ft
Normal Storage99 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)
NID IDME00414

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MEMA

Ownership

Moose River Campground

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Heald Stream?

Heald Stream 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 Heald Stream?

Heald Stream is owned by Moose River Campground (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Heald Stream built?

Heald Stream was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Heald Stream?

Heald Stream serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Heald Stream?

Heald Stream has a dam height of 26 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.