Little Madaswaska
Key Takeaway
Little Madaswaska is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 90.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1971 |
| NID ID | ME00491 |
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
Loring Development Authority of Maine
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little Madaswaska?
Little Madaswaska 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 Madaswaska?
Little Madaswaska is owned by Loring Development Authority of Maine (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Madaswaska built?
Little Madaswaska was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Madaswaska?
Little Madaswaska serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Madaswaska?
Little Madaswaska has a dam height of 33 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.