Pleasant Pond
Key Takeaway
Pleasant Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18.4% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 11.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,300 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1850 (176 years old) |
| NID ID | ME96172 |
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
Casco & Otisfield, Towns of
Local Government
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pleasant Pond?
Pleasant 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 Pleasant Pond?
Pleasant Pond is owned by Casco & Otisfield, Towns of (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pleasant Pond built?
Pleasant Pond was completed in 1850, making it 176 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 Pleasant Pond?
Pleasant Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pleasant Pond?
Pleasant Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Pleasant Pond last inspected?
Pleasant Pond was last inspected on May 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.