Josephine
Key Takeaway
Josephine is classified as high hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. 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 | 31 ft (taller than 89.9% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 3,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 220 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1998 |
| NID ID | ME00345 |
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
McCain Foods USA, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Josephine?
Josephine 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 Josephine?
Josephine is owned by McCain Foods USA, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Josephine built?
Josephine was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Josephine?
Josephine serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Irrigation, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Josephine?
Josephine has a dam height of 31 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 Josephine last inspected?
Josephine was last inspected on May 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.