Ruffingham Wma
Key Takeaway
Ruffingham Wma is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 45.1% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 291 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 310 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1962 |
| NID ID | ME00257 |
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
IFW/State of Maine
State Government
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ruffingham Wma?
Ruffingham Wma 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 Ruffingham Wma?
Ruffingham Wma is owned by IFW/State of Maine (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ruffingham Wma built?
Ruffingham Wma was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Ruffingham Wma?
Ruffingham Wma serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other, 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 Ruffingham Wma?
Ruffingham Wma has a dam height of 14 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.