Flying Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 26, 2025

Flying Pond, located in Kennebec, Maine, is a private recreational reservoir surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes.


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Summary

Built in 1952, the dam at Flying Pond is primarily used for recreation, with a concrete structure standing at a height of 7 feet and a hydraulic height of 5 feet. The pond has a storage capacity of 2262 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 1740 acre-feet and a surface area of 445 acres.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam at Flying Pond is currently in poor condition, according to a 2015 assessment. The last inspection took place in August 2019, with a scheduled frequency of 12 months. While the pond is regulated and inspected by the Maine Emergency Management Agency, there are no emergency action plans in place. Despite these challenges, Flying Pond remains a picturesque destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts, offering a serene environment for recreational activities amidst the Dead Stream tributary.

Year Completed

1952

Dam Length

130

Dam Height

7

River Or Stream

Dead Stream

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

445

Hydraulic Height

5

Drainage Area

14

Nid Storage

2262

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.