Otter Dam
Key Takeaway
Otter Dam is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 27.3% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 51 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | ME96133 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Otter Dam?
Otter Dam 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 Otter Dam?
Otter Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Otter Dam built?
Otter Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Otter Dam?
Otter Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Otter Dam?
Otter Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Otter Dam last inspected?
Otter Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.