Upper West Bay Pond
Key Takeaway
Upper West Bay Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 13% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 740 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 349 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00272 |
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
Gouldsboro
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper West Bay Pond?
Upper West Bay 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 Upper West Bay Pond?
Upper West Bay Pond is owned by Gouldsboro (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper West Bay Pond built?
Upper West Bay Pond was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Upper West Bay Pond?
Upper West Bay Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper West Bay Pond?
Upper West Bay Pond has a dam height of 9 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 Upper West Bay Pond last inspected?
Upper West Bay Pond was last inspected on March 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.