Adams Pond
Key Takeaway
Adams Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 4.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 28 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 365 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 274 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 73 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00413 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Boothbay Region Water District
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Adams Pond?
Adams Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Adams Pond?
Adams Pond is owned by Boothbay Region Water District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Adams Pond built?
Adams Pond was completed in 1935, making it 91 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Adams Pond?
Adams Pond serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Adams Pond?
Adams Pond has a dam height of 8 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Adams Pond last inspected?
Adams Pond was last inspected on January 2, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.