Nequasett Lake

Nequasett Brook· Sagadahoc, Maine· Built 1920· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Nequasett Lake is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 32.9% in ME)
Dam Length128 ft
Max Storage2.4K acre-ft
Normal Storage2.0K acre-ft
Surface Area430 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1920 (106 years old)
Year Modified1986
NID IDME00281

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: December 14, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MEMA

Ownership

Bath Water District

Public Utility

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nequasett Lake?

Nequasett Lake 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 Nequasett Lake?

Nequasett Lake is owned by Bath Water District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Nequasett Lake built?

Nequasett Lake was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Nequasett Lake?

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

How tall is Nequasett Lake?

Nequasett Lake has a dam height of 12 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 Nequasett Lake last inspected?

Nequasett Lake was last inspected on December 14, 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.