Barbless Pond Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Barbless Pond, located in Hancock, Maine, is a private recreational water resource regulated by the Maine Emergency Management Agency.
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Summary
The dam at Barbless Pond, constructed in 1900, stands at a height of 8 feet with a hydraulic height of 6 feet, providing a storage capacity of 106 acre-feet. The pond covers a surface area of 0.5 acres and is primarily used for recreational purposes.
Despite its age, Barbless Pond has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its structural condition as of the last assessment in 2011. The dam features a spillway width of 8 feet and is subject to regular state inspections, enforcement, and permitting. The water resource is a vital part of the local environment, supporting various forms of wildlife and providing opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Barbless Pond can appreciate its historical significance, recreational value, and the efforts to maintain its integrity and safety. As a privately owned dam in Maine, Barbless Pond serves as a tranquil retreat for fishing, boating, and other leisure activities, while also contributing to the local ecosystem and water management efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
BARBLESS STREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Other |
Surface Area |
0.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
6 |
Nid Storage |
106 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
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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.
Barbless Pond