Mill Pond
Key Takeaway
Mill Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 59.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 142 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1915 (111 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1969 |
| NID ID | ME00100 |
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
Tex-Tech Industries Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mill Pond?
Mill 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 Mill Pond?
Mill Pond is owned by Tex-Tech Industries Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mill Pond built?
Mill Pond was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 Mill Pond?
Mill Pond serves the following purposes: 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 Mill Pond?
Mill Pond has a dam height of 16 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 Mill Pond last inspected?
Mill Pond was last inspected on June 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.