Cascade Pond
Key Takeaway
Cascade Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1871 and is 155 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 88.4% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1871 (155 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00060 |
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
Vaughan Woods & Historic Homestead
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cascade Pond?
Cascade 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 Cascade Pond?
Cascade Pond is owned by Vaughan Woods & Historic Homestead (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cascade Pond built?
Cascade Pond was completed in 1871, making it 155 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 Cascade Pond?
Cascade Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cascade Pond?
Cascade Pond has a dam height of 30 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 Cascade Pond last inspected?
Cascade Pond was last inspected on May 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.