Eskutassis Pond
Key Takeaway
Eskutassis Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1860 and is 166 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18.4% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 4.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 895 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1860 (166 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00668 |
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
Daniel Whittier
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eskutassis Pond?
Eskutassis 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 Eskutassis Pond?
Eskutassis Pond is owned by Daniel Whittier (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eskutassis Pond built?
Eskutassis Pond was completed in 1860, making it 166 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 Eskutassis Pond?
Eskutassis Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Eskutassis Pond?
Eskutassis 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.