Lazy Tom
Key Takeaway
Lazy Tom 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 | 8 ft (taller than 4.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1953 |
| NID ID | ME00405 |
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
Plum Creek Maine Timberlands, LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lazy Tom?
Lazy Tom 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 Lazy Tom?
Lazy Tom is owned by Plum Creek Maine Timberlands, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lazy Tom built?
Lazy Tom 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 Lazy Tom?
Lazy Tom serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lazy Tom?
Lazy Tom 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.