Arnold Brook Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Arnold Brook, also known as Arnold Lake, is a significant water resource located in Aroostook, Maine.


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Summary

Owned and regulated by the local government, this earth dam was completed in 1971 with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. It stands at 21 feet in height, with a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a length of 3935 feet, providing a normal storage capacity of 4426 acre-feet.

Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Arnold Brook's condition was last assessed in 2015 and deemed satisfactory with a significant hazard potential. The dam boasts a surface area of 371 acres and drains an area of 7.8 square miles, making it a crucial piece of infrastructure for flood control in the region. Despite its age, the dam continues to be inspected every 6 years to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in reducing flood risks in the area.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate management will find Arnold Brook to be a fascinating case study in local government ownership and regulation of a key water source. With its strategic location in Aroostook, Maine, and its role in flood risk reduction, this earth dam serves as a vital component of the region's water management infrastructure. Its ongoing inspections and satisfactory condition highlight the commitment to maintaining the dam's effectiveness in protecting the surrounding communities from potential flood events.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

3935

Dam Height

21

River Or Stream

Arnold Brook

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

371

Hydraulic Height

15

Drainage Area

7.8

Nid Storage

5396

Structural Height

21

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

21
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.