Lovejoy Pond
Key Takeaway
Lovejoy Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1835 and is 191 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 68.3% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 4.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 348 acres |
| Drainage Area | 47 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1835 (191 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2012 |
| NID ID | ME00022 |
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
Wayne
Local Government
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Low Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lovejoy Pond?
Lovejoy 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 Lovejoy Pond?
Lovejoy Pond is owned by Wayne (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lovejoy Pond built?
Lovejoy Pond was completed in 1835, making it 191 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 Lovejoy Pond?
Lovejoy Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lovejoy Pond?
Lovejoy 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.
When was Lovejoy Pond last inspected?
Lovejoy Pond was last inspected on July 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.