Lower Togus Pond dam
Lower Togus Pond
Lower Togus Pond, located in Kennebec, Maine, is a private recreational water resource regulated by the Maine Emergency Management Agency. This concrete gravity dam was completed in 1900 and stands at a height of 15 feet, with a length of 150 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 4,402 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 3,386 acre-feet, providing ample water for recreational activities on its 890-acre surface area.
Despite its age, Lower Togus Pond's dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While the last inspection was conducted in 2013, regular inspections are scheduled every 12 months to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. The dam's spillway width is 25 feet, and its location on Togus Stream adds to the scenic beauty of the area, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts who appreciate the importance of maintaining and preserving such natural assets for future generations to enjoy.
With its historical significance dating back over a century, Lower Togus Pond serves as a vital recreational hub in Maine, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and wildlife observation. As climate change continues to affect water resources across the globe, the preservation and management of dams like Lower Togus Pond are crucial for maintaining ecological balance and ensuring sustainable access to water for both present and future generations. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate resilience, it is essential to advocate for the proper upkeep and regulation of such vital infrastructure to protect the natural beauty and recreational value it provides.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Lower Togus Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cobbosseecontee Stream At Gardiner | 726 cfs | → |
| Sheepscot River At North Whitefield | 312 cfs | → |
| Kennebec River At North Sidney | 8,390 cfs | → |
| Nezinscot River At Turner Center | 43 cfs | → |
| Androscoggin River Near Auburn | 7,760 cfs | → |
| Ducktrap River Near Lincolnville | 25 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lower Togus Pond.
Track Lower Togus Pond in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Lower Togus Pond
Where does the data for Lower Togus Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Lower Togus Pond.