Thomas Pond
Key Takeaway
Thomas Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 4.6% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 69 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 442 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00073 |
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
Thomas Pond Improvement Assoc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thomas Pond?
Thomas 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 Thomas Pond?
Thomas Pond is owned by Thomas Pond Improvement Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thomas Pond built?
Thomas Pond was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Thomas Pond?
Thomas Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Thomas Pond?
Thomas Pond has a dam height of 8 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.