Rogers Neck Pond
Key Takeaway
Rogers Neck Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1880 and is 146 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 81.1% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 164 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1880 (146 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00462 |
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
William Sumner Thompson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rogers Neck Pond?
Rogers Neck 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 Rogers Neck Pond?
Rogers Neck Pond is owned by William Sumner Thompson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rogers Neck Pond built?
Rogers Neck Pond was completed in 1880, making it 146 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 Rogers Neck Pond?
Rogers Neck 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 Rogers Neck Pond?
Rogers Neck Pond has a dam height of 23 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.