Square Pond
Key Takeaway
Square Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 65.2% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 905 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00532 |
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
Sanford
Local Government
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Square Pond?
Square 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 Square Pond?
Square Pond is owned by Sanford (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Square Pond built?
Square 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 Square Pond?
Square Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Square Pond?
Square Pond has a dam height of 17 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 Square Pond last inspected?
Square Pond was last inspected on June 29, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.