Community Pond
Key Takeaway
Community Pond is classified as high hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 77.8% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 28 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1978 |
| NID ID | ME00492 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Limestone
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Community Pond?
Community Pond is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Community Pond?
Community Pond is owned by Limestone (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Community Pond built?
Community Pond was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Community Pond?
Community Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Community Pond?
Community Pond has a dam height of 21 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 Community Pond last inspected?
Community Pond was last inspected on May 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.