Hobart Bog Dike
Key Takeaway
Hobart Bog Dike is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 4.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 110 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00717 |
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
USFWS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hobart Bog Dike?
Hobart Bog Dike 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 Hobart Bog Dike?
Hobart Bog Dike is owned by USFWS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hobart Bog Dike built?
Hobart Bog Dike was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Hobart Bog Dike?
Hobart Bog Dike serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hobart Bog Dike?
Hobart Bog Dike 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.