Bauneg Beg Reservoir Report
Nearby: Doughty Falls Cider Mill
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Bauneg Beg, located in York, Maine, is a rockfill dam completed in 1900 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
It sits on the Great Works River and has a hydraulic height of 10 feet and a structural height of 12 feet, providing a storage capacity of 800 acre-feet. The dam, with a length of 210 feet and a surface area of 200 acres, serves as a vital resource for the surrounding area.
Managed and regulated by the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), Bauneg Beg is inspected regularly, with its last assessment in 2016 indicating a fair condition and low hazard potential. The dam plays a crucial role in fire protection, recreation, and wildlife preservation in the region. Despite its age, Bauneg Beg continues to be a valuable asset for water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area.
With its historical significance and multifaceted uses, Bauneg Beg stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water infrastructure. As climate change impacts water resources globally, this dam serves as a critical piece of the puzzle in maintaining the ecological balance and ensuring the safety of local communities. Its presence on the Great Works River highlights the interconnectedness of water management, climate adaptation, and environmental stewardship in the face of evolving challenges.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
210 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
Great Works |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
200 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
17.8 |
Nid Storage |
800 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
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