Lovley's Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Upper Stetson Stream French Stream
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Lovley's Dam, located in Penobscot, Maine, is a privately owned structure that was completed in 1974.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam sits on Lovleys Pond and has a structural height of 12 feet and a length of 450 feet. It has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 48 acre-feet.
Although the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and is not currently rated for condition assessment, it is regulated by the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). The dam is also inspected regularly, with the last recorded inspection taking place in August 1997. Despite its age, Lovley's Dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for visitors and support fish and wildlife in the area.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate Lovley's Dam for its role in providing recreational activities and supporting local ecosystems. The dam's location on Lovleys Pond in Maine's Penobscot County highlights the importance of such structures in preserving natural habitats and offering opportunities for outdoor recreation. While the dam has seen several decades of service, its low hazard potential and state regulation ensure the safety and continued functionality of this essential water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
Lovleys Pond |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Lovley's Dam