Howard Mill Dam
Key Takeaway
Howard Mill Dam is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 4.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 253 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 445 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00629 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Howard Mill Dam?
Howard Mill Dam 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 Howard Mill Dam?
Howard Mill Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Howard Mill Dam built?
Howard Mill Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Howard Mill Dam?
Howard Mill Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Howard Mill Dam?
Howard Mill Dam 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.
When was Howard Mill Dam last inspected?
Howard Mill Dam was last inspected on June 26, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.