Watchic Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Watchic Pond, also known as Watchic Lake Dam, is a private-owned reservoir located in Standish, Maine.


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Summary

Built in 1850, this concrete dam stands at 7 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 5 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1434 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is to serve as a fish and wildlife pond, offering recreational opportunities in addition to its ecological benefits.

Managed by the Maine Emergency Management Agency, Watchic Pond is state-regulated and regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment currently marked as "Not Rated," the dam is considered to be in stable condition. The surrounding area boasts a surface area of 448 acres, providing ample space for outdoor activities and wildlife habitat.

Despite its age, Watchic Pond continues to play a crucial role in the local ecosystem, offering a peaceful retreat for residents and visitors alike. As climate change poses challenges to water resources, the preservation and careful management of dams like Watchic Pond are essential to maintaining the delicate balance of our environment.

Year Completed

1850

Dam Length

110

Dam Height

7

River Or Stream

Watchic Pond Outlet

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

448

Hydraulic Height

5

Nid Storage

1434

Structural Height

7

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

7
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.