Sam Ayers Deadwater Outlet Dam

Penobscot County, Maine (near Lincoln)

River/Stream: Sam Ayers

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
13 ft
Dam Length
180 ft
Reservoir Storage
950 acre-ft
Year Completed
2002
Primary Purpose
Fish and Wildlife Pond
Owner Type
Tribal Government
Max Discharge
2,440 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not Rated

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
ME00811
State
Maine (ME)
Coordinates
45.48045, -68.63324
Age
24 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.