Stevens Pond
Key Takeaway
Stevens Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1820 and is 206 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.9% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 430 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 336 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1820 (206 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1972 |
| NID ID | ME00250 |
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
Liberty
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stevens Pond?
Stevens 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 Stevens Pond?
Stevens Pond is owned by Liberty (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stevens Pond built?
Stevens Pond was completed in 1820, making it 206 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 Stevens Pond?
Stevens Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stevens Pond?
Stevens Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Stevens Pond last inspected?
Stevens Pond was last inspected on June 20, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.