Stoddards Pond
Key Takeaway
Stoddards Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 81.1% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00465 |
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
Chris Bartlett
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stoddards Pond?
Stoddards 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 Stoddards Pond?
Stoddards Pond is owned by Chris Bartlett (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stoddards Pond built?
Stoddards Pond was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Stoddards Pond?
Stoddards 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 Stoddards Pond?
Stoddards 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.
When was Stoddards Pond last inspected?
Stoddards Pond was last inspected on May 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.