Horne Pond
Key Takeaway
Horne Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1800 and is 226 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.2% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 166 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1800 (226 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1943 |
| NID ID | ME00041 |
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
Pequawket Lake Preservation Assoc.
Private
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Low Hazard 12 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Horne Pond?
Horne 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 Horne Pond?
Horne Pond is owned by Pequawket Lake Preservation Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Horne Pond built?
Horne Pond was completed in 1800, making it 226 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 Horne Pond?
Horne 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 Horne Pond?
Horne Pond has a dam height of 7 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 Horne Pond last inspected?
Horne Pond was last inspected on June 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.