Plymouth
Key Takeaway
Plymouth 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 | 11 ft (taller than 27.3% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 480 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1990 |
| NID ID | ME00116 |
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
Plymouth
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Plymouth?
Plymouth 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 Plymouth?
Plymouth is owned by Plymouth (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Plymouth built?
Plymouth 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 Plymouth?
Plymouth serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Plymouth?
Plymouth 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.