Hamilton Pond
Key Takeaway
Hamilton Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 27.3% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 135 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00596 |
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
Mt. Desert Island Biological Lab
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hamilton Pond?
Hamilton 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 Hamilton Pond?
Hamilton Pond is owned by Mt. Desert Island Biological Lab (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hamilton Pond built?
Hamilton Pond was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Hamilton Pond?
Hamilton Pond serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hamilton Pond?
Hamilton 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.