Carlton Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Carlton Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 51.7% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 415 acres |
| Drainage Area | 22 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,408 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00354 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Carlton Pond Dam?
Carlton Pond Dam 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 Carlton Pond Dam?
Carlton Pond Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carlton Pond Dam built?
Carlton Pond Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Carlton Pond Dam?
Carlton Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carlton Pond Dam?
Carlton Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Carlton Pond Dam last inspected?
Carlton Pond Dam was last inspected on June 23, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.