Swetts Pond
Key Takeaway
Swetts Pond is classified as significant hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft |
| Dam Length | 30 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 700 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 125 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | ME96055 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Orrington
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Swetts Pond?
Swetts Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Swetts Pond?
Swetts Pond is owned by Orrington (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Swetts Pond built?
Swetts Pond was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Swetts Pond?
Swetts Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Swetts Pond?
Swetts Pond has a dam height of 6 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 Swetts Pond last inspected?
Swetts Pond was last inspected on July 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.