Lucky Pond
Key Takeaway
Lucky Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18.4% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 130 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 717 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 538 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1968 |
| NID ID | ME00408 |
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
Plum Creek Maine Timberlands, LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lucky Pond?
Lucky 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 Lucky Pond?
Lucky Pond is owned by Plum Creek Maine Timberlands, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lucky Pond built?
Lucky Pond was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Lucky Pond?
Lucky 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 Lucky Pond?
Lucky Pond has a dam height of 10 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.