Lower Hadlock Pond
Key Takeaway
Lower Hadlock Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.9% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | ME00271 |
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
Mount Desert Water District
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Hadlock Pond?
Lower Hadlock 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 Lower Hadlock Pond?
Lower Hadlock Pond is owned by Mount Desert Water District (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Hadlock Pond built?
Lower Hadlock Pond was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Lower Hadlock Pond?
Lower Hadlock Pond serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lower Hadlock Pond?
Lower Hadlock Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Lower Hadlock Pond last inspected?
Lower Hadlock Pond was last inspected on August 9, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.