East Davee Brook dam
East Davee Brook
East Davee Brook, also known as Dunham-Davee Site #3, is a vital water resource located in Dover and Foxcroft, Maine. This local government-owned structure serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Davee Brook East Branch. Built in 1972, the earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a storage capacity of 295 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 220 acre-feet.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, East Davee Brook is under state regulation and inspection, ensuring its structural integrity and functionality. With a high hazard potential but deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in 2016, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. The Emergency Action Plan for the site was last revised in September 2021, highlighting the commitment to preparedness and safety measures for potential emergencies.
East Davee Brook not only provides flood protection but also supports the local ecosystem and water management in the region. As a significant structure within the Piscataquis County, this dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Maine. Its strategic location and design contribute to the overall environmental sustainability and community safety in the area, making it a key asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and appreciate.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around East Davee Brook -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Piscataquis River Near Dover-Foxcroft | 386 cfs | → |
| Kingsbury Stream At Abbot Village | 128 cfs | → |
| Piscataquis River At Medford | 2,240 cfs | → |
| Piscataquis River At Blanchard | 183 cfs | → |
| Penobscot River At West Enfield | 14,300 cfs | → |
| Kenduskeag Stream Near Bangor | 206 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near East Davee Brook.
Boat launches
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To Mouth At West Branch Pleasant River
- Kennebec Gorge
- Ambajejus Falls To The End Of North And South Twin Lakes
- Lobster Lake To Confluence With West Branch
- Hay Brook To Bridge Above Medway At State Route 157
- Headwaters To Confluence With West Branch Penobscot River
Track East Davee Brook in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About East Davee Brook
Where does the data for East Davee Brook come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of East Davee Brook.