Little Dickey
Key Takeaway
Little Dickey is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 45.1% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00359 |
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
Arthur Bartlett, Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Little Dickey?
Little Dickey 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 Little Dickey?
Little Dickey is owned by Arthur Bartlett, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Dickey built?
Little Dickey was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Little Dickey?
Little Dickey serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Dickey?
Little Dickey has a dam height of 14 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.