Bryant Pond, located in Aroostook County, Maine, is a significant water resource managed by the local government and the USDA NRCS.
Wind
Humidity
This earth dam, completed in 1964, stands at a height of 45 feet and serves primarily for flood risk reduction. The dam has a storage capacity of 2753 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 450 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 14 acres and draining a 6-square-mile watershed.
The dam on Bryant Pond, spanning 320 feet in length with a hydraulic height of 40 feet, is regulated by MEMA and undergoes regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in May 2019. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently deemed to be in fair condition. The surrounding Libby Brook and its associated recreational opportunities make Bryant Pond a vital water resource for the community, highlighting the importance of its maintenance and management in the face of climate change challenges.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
320 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
Libby Brook |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Drainage Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
2753 |
Structural Height |
45 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
45 |
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|
3cfs |
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|
1520cfs |
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|
825cfs |
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|
222cfs |
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|
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|
695cfs |