Beaver Pond

TR-Kennebago River· Franklin, Maine· Built 1935· Timber Crib· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Beaver Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 4.6% in ME)
Dam Length220 ft
Dam TypeTimber Crib
Max Storage96 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
Year Modified1968
NID IDME00607

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 24, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MEMA

Ownership

Ursa Major LLC, c/o American Forest Management

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Beaver Pond?

Beaver 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 Pond?

Beaver Pond is owned by Ursa Major LLC, c/o American Forest Management (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Beaver Pond built?

Beaver 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 Beaver Pond?

Beaver Pond serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Beaver Pond?

Beaver 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 Beaver Pond last inspected?

Beaver Pond was last inspected on August 24, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.