Trues Pond
Key Takeaway
Trues Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1870 and is 156 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 68.3% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 173 acres |
| Drainage Area | 26 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1870 (156 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00249 |
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
Northeast Oddfellows Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Trues Pond?
Trues 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 Trues Pond?
Trues Pond is owned by Northeast Oddfellows Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Trues Pond built?
Trues Pond was completed in 1870, making it 156 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 Trues Pond?
Trues Pond serves the following purposes: 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 Trues Pond?
Trues Pond has a dam height of 18 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 Trues Pond last inspected?
Trues Pond was last inspected on October 15, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.