Grassy Pond
Key Takeaway
Grassy Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 27.3% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 48 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 272 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 136 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1988 |
| NID ID | ME96047 |
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
The Maine Water Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Grassy Pond?
Grassy 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 Grassy Pond?
Grassy Pond is owned by The Maine Water Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grassy Pond built?
Grassy Pond was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Grassy Pond?
Grassy Pond serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Grassy Pond?
Grassy Pond has a dam height of 11 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 Grassy Pond last inspected?
Grassy Pond was last inspected on May 4, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.