Upper Barn Meadow Dike Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Upper Barn Meadow Dike in Washington, Maine, is a Federal-owned concrete dam completed in 1964 that serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond along Barn Meadow Brook.
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Summary
With a height of 8 feet and a length of 300 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 25 acres. Despite having a low hazard potential, its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated."
Managed by MEMA, the Upper Barn Meadow Dike is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state of Maine, showcasing a commitment to ensuring its safety and functionality. While its emergency action plan status is unspecified, the dam is maintained at a low hazard potential level, indicating a lesser risk of potential failure. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the balance struck between conservation efforts for fish and wildlife while upholding safety standards for the surrounding community.
Located within the New England District of the USACE, Upper Barn Meadow Dike stands as a testament to responsible water resource management, blending functionality as a habitat for wildlife with the need for regulatory oversight. Its presence not only contributes to the local ecosystem but also highlights the importance of sustainable infrastructure development in supporting both environmental and human needs.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
Barn Meadow Brook |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
25 |
Hydraulic Height |
6 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
St. Croix River At Baring
|
1100cfs |
Dennys River At Dennysville
|
1010cfs |
Grand Lake Stream At Grand Lake Stream
|
113cfs |
Old Stream Near Wesley
|
27cfs |
St. Croix River At Vanceboro
|
369cfs |
Libby Brook Near Northfield
|
9cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Upper Barn Meadow Dike