Mcdonough Brook is a vital water resource in Oxford, Maine, known for its critical role in flood risk reduction.
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The dam associated with the brook, completed in 1973, stands at a height of 19 feet and has a storage capacity of 420 acre-feet. It covers a surface area of 30 acres and serves a drainage area of 7.5 square miles. Despite its significance in managing water levels and reducing flood risks, the dam has been assessed to be in poor condition, with a high hazard potential.
Owned and regulated by the local government, Mcdonough Brook is under the jurisdiction of the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), ensuring regular inspection, enforcement, and permitting to maintain its functionality. The dam is designed by the USDA NRCS and falls under the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. Located in the New England District, Mcdonough Brook is a key structure in the region's water resource management, although its poor condition and high hazard potential highlight the need for immediate attention and potential risk management measures to safeguard the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
245 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
McDonough Brook |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
7.5 |
Nid Storage |
420 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
19 |
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|
315cfs |
Wild River At Gilead
|
48cfs |
Androscoggin River Near Gorham
|
2640cfs |
Little Androscoggin River Near South Paris
|
57cfs |
Saco River At Cornish
|
1020cfs |
Bearcamp River At South Tamworth
|
152cfs |
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Province Pond Shelter
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Mountain Pond Shelter
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Baldface Shelter
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Doublehead Cabin
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Basin Pond Campground
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Basin
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