Clearwater Pond
Key Takeaway
Clearwater Pond is classified as significant hazard in Maine. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18.4% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 116 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 7.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 751 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Modified | 1983 |
| NID ID | ME96128 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Industry
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clearwater Pond?
Clearwater Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Clearwater Pond?
Clearwater Pond is owned by Industry (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Clearwater Pond?
Clearwater Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clearwater Pond?
Clearwater Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Clearwater Pond last inspected?
Clearwater Pond was last inspected on October 24, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.