Coleman Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Pitcher Pond Megunticook West
Last Updated: December 24, 2025
Coleman Pond in Maine is a private water resource managed by the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) for flood risk reduction and recreation purposes.
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Summary
This Earth dam, completed in 1900, stands at 7 feet high and spans 160 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 563 acre-feet. The pond covers an area of 223 acres and is primarily fed by the Black Brook.
Despite its age, Coleman Pond has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its current condition. Regular inspections are conducted every 12 months to ensure the dam's safety and functionality. The pond's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are currently not available, indicating a need for further assessment and preparation in case of emergency situations. As an important water resource in Waldo County, Coleman Pond plays a significant role in managing flood risks and offering recreational opportunities for local residents and visitors.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
160 |
Dam Height |
7 |
River Or Stream |
Black Brook |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
223 |
Hydraulic Height |
6 |
Nid Storage |
563 |
Structural Height |
7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
7 |
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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.
Coleman Pond