Hallowell Recreation Pond
Key Takeaway
Hallowell Recreation Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 68.3% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1919 (107 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00470 |
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
Hallowell
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hallowell Recreation Pond?
Hallowell Recreation 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 Hallowell Recreation Pond?
Hallowell Recreation Pond is owned by Hallowell (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hallowell Recreation Pond built?
Hallowell Recreation Pond was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 Hallowell Recreation Pond?
Hallowell Recreation Pond serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hallowell Recreation Pond?
Hallowell Recreation Pond has a dam height of 18 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.