Nadeau Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Nadeau Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 45.1% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 60 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00792 |
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
IFW/State of Maine
State Government
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High Hazard 45 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Nadeau Pond Dam?
Nadeau Pond Dam 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 Nadeau Pond Dam?
Nadeau Pond Dam is owned by IFW/State of Maine (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nadeau Pond Dam built?
Nadeau Pond Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Nadeau Pond Dam?
Nadeau Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nadeau Pond Dam?
Nadeau Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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.