Violette Brook

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMaine
CountyAroostook
Nearest CityVan Buren
River/StreamViolette Brook
Coordinates47.13446, -67.98999

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height75 ft
Dam Height75 ft
Dam Length890 ft
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,730 acre-ft
Max Storage3,730 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,125 acre-ft
Surface Area65 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerVan Buren Water District
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/09/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDME00496
Federal IDME00496
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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