Lake St George
Key Takeaway
Lake St George is classified as significant hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1820 and is 206 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 51.7% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 6.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,095 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1820 (206 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00251 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Liberty
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake St George?
Lake St George is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake St George?
Lake St George is owned by Liberty (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake St George built?
Lake St George was completed in 1820, making it 206 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 Lake St George?
Lake St George serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake St George?
Lake St George has a dam height of 15 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 Lake St George last inspected?
Lake St George was last inspected on April 29, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.