Littlefield River
Key Takeaway
Littlefield River is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 27.3% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 115 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 284 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 22 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2006 |
| NID ID | ME96159 |
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
Alfred
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Littlefield River?
Littlefield River 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 Littlefield River?
Littlefield River is owned by Alfred (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Littlefield River built?
Littlefield River was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Littlefield River?
Littlefield River serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Littlefield River?
Littlefield River has a dam height of 11 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 Littlefield River last inspected?
Littlefield River was last inspected on August 28, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.