Village Reservoir Report
Nearby: Malletts Mill Dwinal Pond
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Village, a private hydroelectric dam located in Penobscot, Maine, on the Mattakeunk River, stands as a testament to innovative engineering and sustainable energy production.
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Summary
Constructed in 1826, this concrete dam boasts a height of 16 feet and a length of 200 feet, with a storage capacity of 108 acre-feet. Despite its age, Village has been state-regulated and maintained to ensure its structural integrity and safety, with regular inspections and enforcement by the Maine Emergency Management Agency.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Village remains a reliable source of hydroelectric power for the surrounding community. The dam's purpose extends beyond electricity generation, serving as a vital infrastructure for water resource management and conservation efforts. As climate change continues to affect global water resources, the role of Village in ensuring sustainable water supply and energy production becomes increasingly crucial, demonstrating the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in a changing world.
Year Completed |
1826 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
Mattakeunk |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
62 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
8.5 |
Nid Storage |
108 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Village