Pattee Mill
Key Takeaway
Pattee Mill is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 51.7% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 22 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00230 |
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
Fort Fairfield
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pattee Mill?
Pattee Mill 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 Pattee Mill?
Pattee Mill is owned by Fort Fairfield (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pattee Mill built?
Pattee Mill was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Pattee Mill?
Pattee Mill serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pattee Mill?
Pattee Mill 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 Pattee Mill last inspected?
Pattee Mill was last inspected on January 25, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.