Mic-Mac Reservoir Report
Nearby: Popple Hill Pond Lower Jr Grant
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Mic-Mac is a privately owned dam located in Washington, Maine, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam is classified as an earth dam, with a height of 13 feet and a hydraulic height of 11 feet. It has a storage capacity of 460 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in May 2011.
The dam, completed in an unspecified year, serves various purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, fish and wildlife pond, irrigation, and recreation. It is situated in the New England District and is not associated with the US Army Corps of Engineers. The surrounding area is represented by Jared F. Golden in Congress. Mic-Mac does not currently have emergency action plans or risk assessments prepared, but it meets state permitting and inspection requirements, ensuring its safe operation for recreational activities.
Overall, Mic-Mac is a vital water resource in Maine that provides opportunities for recreation while also fulfilling other purposes such as wildlife conservation and irrigation. Its regulated status and regular inspections demonstrate a commitment to ensuring the safety and functionality of the dam, contributing to the sustainable management of water resources in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mic-Mac serves as an example of responsible dam ownership and operation in a changing climate.
Dam Length |
330 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
0 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Nid Storage |
460 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Mic-Mac