Mill Pond
Key Takeaway
Mill Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1860 and is 166 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 4.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 61 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 85 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1860 (166 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1971 |
| NID ID | ME00125 |
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
Smith Mfg. Co.
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 Smith Mfg. Co. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mill Pond built?
Mill Pond was completed in 1860, making it 166 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: Hydroelectric, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Flood Risk Reduction. 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 8 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 January 29, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.