Panther Pond
Key Takeaway
Panther Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 41.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 58 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 8.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,439 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1974 |
| NID ID | ME00080 |
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 50 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Panther Pond?
Panther 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 Panther Pond?
Panther Pond is owned by IFW/State of Maine (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Panther Pond built?
Panther Pond was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Panther Pond?
Panther Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Panther Pond?
Panther Pond has a dam height of 13 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 Panther Pond last inspected?
Panther Pond was last inspected on May 4, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.