First Davis Pond
Key Takeaway
First Davis Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 4.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 770 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 490 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00655 |
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
Samuel Revocable Trust (May not be correct) need to research
Private
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What is the hazard classification of First Davis Pond?
First Davis 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 First Davis Pond?
First Davis Pond is owned by Samuel Revocable Trust (May not be correct) need to research (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was First Davis Pond built?
First Davis Pond was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 First Davis Pond?
First Davis Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is First Davis Pond?
First Davis Pond has a dam height of 8 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.