Orland Village
Key Takeaway
Orland Village is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 51.7% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 211 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1994 |
| NID ID | ME00148 |
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
Orland
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Orland Village?
Orland Village 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 Orland Village?
Orland Village is owned by Orland (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Orland Village built?
Orland Village was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Orland Village?
Orland Village serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Orland Village?
Orland Village has a dam height of 15 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 Orland Village last inspected?
Orland Village was last inspected on April 21, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.