Sam Ayers Deadwater Outlet Dam
Key Takeaway
Sam Ayers Deadwater Outlet Dam is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 13% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 950 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 120 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00811 |
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
Penobscot Nation
Tribal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sam Ayers Deadwater Outlet Dam?
Sam Ayers Deadwater Outlet 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 Sam Ayers Deadwater Outlet Dam?
Sam Ayers Deadwater Outlet Dam is owned by Penobscot Nation (Tribal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sam Ayers Deadwater Outlet Dam built?
Sam Ayers Deadwater Outlet Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Sam Ayers Deadwater Outlet Dam?
Sam Ayers Deadwater Outlet Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sam Ayers Deadwater Outlet Dam?
Sam Ayers Deadwater Outlet Dam has a dam height of 9 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.