Otter Flowage Dike
Key Takeaway
Otter Flowage Dike is classified as low hazard in Maine. 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 | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | ME96135 |
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
USFWS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Otter Flowage Dike?
Otter Flowage Dike 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 Flowage Dike?
Otter Flowage Dike is owned by USFWS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Otter Flowage Dike?
Otter Flowage Dike 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 Flowage Dike?
Otter Flowage Dike 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.