Daigle Pond

Daigle Brook· Aroostook, Maine· Built 1874· Concrete· 15 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Daigle Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1874 and is 152 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 51.7% in ME)
Dam Length60 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage250 acre-ft
Normal Storage215 acre-ft
Surface Area36 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1874 (152 years old)
NID IDME00236

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: July 20, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MEMA

Ownership

Glenn Daigle

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Daigle Pond?

Daigle 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 Daigle Pond?

Daigle Pond is owned by Glenn Daigle (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Daigle Pond built?

Daigle Pond was completed in 1874, making it 152 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 Daigle Pond?

Daigle Pond serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Daigle Pond?

Daigle Pond 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 Daigle Pond last inspected?

Daigle Pond was last inspected on July 20, 2018. 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.