Worumbo
Key Takeaway
Worumbo is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 65.2% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 870 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 190 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,370 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 136,735 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00004 |
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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What is the hazard classification of Worumbo?
Worumbo 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 Worumbo?
Worumbo is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Worumbo built?
Worumbo was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Worumbo?
Worumbo serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Worumbo?
Worumbo has a dam height of 17 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 Worumbo last inspected?
Worumbo was last inspected on July 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.