Summary
This local government-owned pond was completed in 1845 and serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond activities. The dam, with a height of 24 feet and a hydraulic height of 12 feet, creates a storage capacity of 13,610 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 594 acres within a drainage area of 27 square miles.
Despite its age, Wilson Pond's rockfill dam is in fair condition, with a high hazard potential due to its location and storage capacity. The pond is regulated and inspected regularly by the Maine Emergency Management Agency, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations. With a spillway width of 55 feet and a structural height of 24 feet, Wilson Pond continues to provide a valuable recreational resource for the community while maintaining a safe and sustainable water supply for various uses.
Year Completed |
1845 |
Dam Length |
78 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
Wilson Pond |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
594 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
27 |
Nid Storage |
13610 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Androscoggin River At Rumford
|
3360cfs |
Sandy River Near Mercer
|
326cfs |
Swift River Near Roxbury
|
89cfs |
Nezinscot River At Turner Center
|
43cfs |
Carrabassett River Near North Anson
|
304cfs |
Ellis River At South Andover
|
74cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Wilson Pond