Mill Pond
Key Takeaway
Mill Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 68.3% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 55 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1973 |
| NID ID | ME96202 |
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
Gregg Lipton
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 Gregg Lipton (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mill Pond built?
Mill Pond was completed in 1890, making it 136 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: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. 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 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 Mill Pond last inspected?
Mill Pond was last inspected on September 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.