Beaver Dam Pond
Key Takeaway
Beaver Dam Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.9% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00324 |
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
Beaver Dam Campground
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaver Dam Pond?
Beaver Dam 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 Beaver Dam Pond?
Beaver Dam Pond is owned by Beaver Dam Campground (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Dam Pond built?
Beaver Dam Pond was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Beaver Dam Pond?
Beaver Dam Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Beaver Dam Pond?
Beaver Dam Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Beaver Dam Pond last inspected?
Beaver Dam Pond was last inspected on July 29, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.