Martin Stream

Ford Brook· Androscoggin, Maine· Built 1890· Concrete· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Martin Stream is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 4.6% in ME)
Dam Length70 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage1.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage700 acre-ft
Surface Area165 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1890 (136 years old)
Year Modified1975
NID IDME00437

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 1, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MEMA

Ownership

Livermore

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Martin Stream?

Martin Stream 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 Martin Stream?

Martin Stream is owned by Livermore (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Martin Stream built?

Martin Stream 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 Martin Stream?

Martin Stream serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Martin Stream?

Martin Stream has a dam height of 8 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 Martin Stream last inspected?

Martin Stream was last inspected on June 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.