Orland Village Reservoir Report
Nearby: Alamoosook Lake Silver Lake
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Orland Village, located in Hancock, Maine, is home to a concrete dam on the Narramissic River that was completed in 1930.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 144 acre-feet. While primarily serving purposes such as recreation and water supply, this dam is also classified as a low hazard structure with a condition assessment that is currently not rated.
Managed by the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and regulated by the state, Orland Village dam is subject to regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance. Despite its age, the dam continues to play a vital role in the local water resource management, providing essential services to the community while also offering recreational opportunities. With its picturesque location and historical significance, Orland Village serves as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of infrastructure, conservation, and sustainability in the region.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
211 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
Narramissic River |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
180 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Orland Village