Snow's Pond
Key Takeaway
Snow's Pond is classified as high hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 86.9% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 1,025 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 973 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 713 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | ME96079 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Dover-Foxcroft, Town of
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Snow's Pond?
Snow's Pond is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Snow's Pond?
Snow's Pond is owned by Dover-Foxcroft, Town of (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snow's Pond built?
Snow's Pond was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Snow's Pond?
Snow's Pond serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Snow's Pond?
Snow's Pond has a dam height of 28 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 Snow's Pond last inspected?
Snow's Pond was last inspected on October 3, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.