Bear Pond
Key Takeaway
Bear Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1820 and is 206 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 59.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 105 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 433 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1820 (206 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1920 |
| NID ID | ME00313 |
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
Turner
Local Government
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Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bear Pond?
Bear 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 Bear Pond?
Bear Pond is owned by Turner (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bear Pond built?
Bear Pond was completed in 1820, making it 206 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 Bear Pond?
Bear Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bear Pond?
Bear Pond has a dam height of 16 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 Bear Pond last inspected?
Bear Pond was last inspected on June 17, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.