Pleasant River Lake
Key Takeaway
Pleasant River Lake is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 18.4% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 98 ft |
| Dam Type | Timber Crib |
| Max Storage | 3.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 949 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00247 |
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
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pleasant River Lake?
Pleasant River Lake 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 River Lake?
Pleasant River Lake is owned by IFW/State of Maine (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pleasant River Lake built?
Pleasant River Lake was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 River Lake?
Pleasant River Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pleasant River Lake?
Pleasant River Lake 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.