Nequasett Lake
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 Length | 128 ft |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 430 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1986 |
| NID ID | ME00281 |
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
Bath Water District
Public Utility
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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.