Milliken Mills Pond
Key Takeaway
Milliken Mills Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 51.7% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 164 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | ME96027 |
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
Old Orchard Beach
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Milliken Mills Pond?
Milliken Mills 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 Milliken Mills Pond?
Milliken Mills Pond is owned by Old Orchard Beach (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Milliken Mills Pond built?
Milliken Mills Pond was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Milliken Mills Pond?
Milliken Mills Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Milliken Mills Pond?
Milliken Mills Pond has a dam height of 15 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 Milliken Mills Pond last inspected?
Milliken Mills Pond was last inspected on September 13, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.