Hicks Pond
Key Takeaway
Hicks Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 41.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 538 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 376 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 93 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00312 |
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
Greenwood
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hicks Pond?
Hicks 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 Hicks Pond?
Hicks Pond is owned by Greenwood (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hicks Pond built?
Hicks Pond was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Hicks Pond?
Hicks Pond serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hicks Pond?
Hicks Pond has a dam height of 13 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 Hicks Pond last inspected?
Hicks Pond was last inspected on October 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.