Wesserunsett
Key Takeaway
Wesserunsett is classified as high hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1800 and is 226 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 27.3% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 147 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 12.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,446 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1800 (226 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1976 |
| NID ID | ME00118 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Madison
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wesserunsett?
Wesserunsett is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wesserunsett?
Wesserunsett is owned by Madison (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wesserunsett built?
Wesserunsett was completed in 1800, making it 226 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 Wesserunsett?
Wesserunsett serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, 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 Wesserunsett?
Wesserunsett 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.
When was Wesserunsett last inspected?
Wesserunsett was last inspected on August 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.