Stone Dam - Dike 5
Key Takeaway
Stone Dam - Dike 5 is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 13% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 45 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,344 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,890 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | ME83042 |
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
Not Listed
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Low Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Stone Dam - Dike 5?
Stone Dam - Dike 5 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 Stone Dam - Dike 5?
Stone Dam - Dike 5 is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stone Dam - Dike 5 built?
Stone Dam - Dike 5 was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Stone Dam - Dike 5?
Stone Dam - Dike 5 serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Navigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Water Supply, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stone Dam - Dike 5?
Stone Dam - Dike 5 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.
When was Stone Dam - Dike 5 last inspected?
Stone Dam - Dike 5 was last inspected on August 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.