Clearwater Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mosher Walton Mill
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Clearwater Pond, located in Franklin, Maine, is a concrete dam structure built for flood risk reduction purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 10 feet and a hydraulic height of 6 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 7,510 acre-feet, providing essential water storage for the surrounding area. The pond covers a surface area of 751 acres and serves various purposes including fire protection, stock or small fish pond, fish and wildlife habitat, recreation, and water supply.
Despite its significant hazard potential, Clearwater Pond is currently in poor condition, as assessed during the last inspection in October 2016. The dam is state-regulated by the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and undergoes regular inspections every six years. The pond is situated near Muddy Brook and is a vital resource for the local community, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts who appreciate the importance of maintaining and preserving this essential infrastructure for flood risk reduction and water storage in the region.
Dam Length |
116 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
Muddy Brook |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
751 |
Hydraulic Height |
6 |
Drainage Area |
7.2 |
Nid Storage |
7510 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sandy River Near Mercer
|
326cfs |
Carrabassett River Near North Anson
|
304cfs |
Kennebec River At Bingham
|
1990cfs |
Androscoggin River At Rumford
|
3360cfs |
Swift River Near Roxbury
|
89cfs |
Kennebec River At North Sidney
|
2360cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Clearwater Pond