Leighton Lake
Key Takeaway
Leighton Lake is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.9% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1958 |
| NID ID | ME00490 |
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
David Cote
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leighton Lake?
Leighton Lake 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 Leighton Lake?
Leighton Lake is owned by David Cote (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leighton Lake built?
Leighton Lake was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Leighton Lake?
Leighton Lake serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Leighton Lake?
Leighton Lake has a dam height of 12 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.