Maine Blueberry Association Dam
Key Takeaway
Maine Blueberry Association Dam is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 59.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00517 |
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
George Stevenson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Maine Blueberry Association Dam?
Maine Blueberry Association Dam 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 Maine Blueberry Association Dam?
Maine Blueberry Association Dam is owned by George Stevenson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maine Blueberry Association Dam built?
Maine Blueberry Association Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Maine Blueberry Association Dam?
Maine Blueberry Association Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Maine Blueberry Association Dam?
Maine Blueberry Association Dam has a dam height of 16 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.