Nash's Lake
Key Takeaway
Nash's Lake is classified as significant hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 88.4% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 11.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 627 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00617 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Calais
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Nash's Lake?
Nash's Lake is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Nash's Lake?
Nash's Lake is owned by Calais (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nash's Lake built?
Nash's Lake 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 Nash's Lake?
Nash's Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nash's Lake?
Nash's Lake has a dam height of 30 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 Nash's Lake last inspected?
Nash's Lake was last inspected on September 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.