Millbrook

Mill Brook· Cumberland, Maine· Built 1973· Concrete· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Millbrook is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 45.1% in ME)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDME00528

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: September 13, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MEMA

Ownership

Willowdale Golf Club

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Millbrook?

Millbrook 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 Millbrook?

Millbrook is owned by Willowdale Golf Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Millbrook built?

Millbrook was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Millbrook?

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

How tall is Millbrook?

Millbrook 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.

When was Millbrook last inspected?

Millbrook was last inspected on September 13, 2011. 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.