Pitcher Pond
Key Takeaway
Pitcher Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.9% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 130 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 4.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 360 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1974 |
| NID ID | ME00282 |
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
Pitcher Pond Assn.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pitcher Pond?
Pitcher 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 Pitcher Pond?
Pitcher Pond is owned by Pitcher Pond Assn. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pitcher Pond built?
Pitcher Pond was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Pitcher Pond?
Pitcher Pond 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 Pitcher Pond?
Pitcher Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Pitcher Pond last inspected?
Pitcher Pond was last inspected on May 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.