West Harbor Pond
Key Takeaway
West Harbor Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 65.2% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 830 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 430 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 84 acres |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00401 |
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
MaineDOT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of West Harbor Pond?
West Harbor 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 West Harbor Pond?
West Harbor Pond is owned by MaineDOT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Harbor Pond built?
West Harbor Pond was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 West Harbor Pond?
West Harbor Pond serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is West Harbor Pond?
West Harbor Pond has a dam height of 17 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 West Harbor Pond last inspected?
West Harbor Pond was last inspected on February 21, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.