Shapleigh Pond dam
Shapleigh Pond
Shapleigh Pond, located in Shapleigh, Maine, is a vital water resource managed by the local government for fish and wildlife conservation, recreation, and other purposes. This concrete dam structure, completed in 1900, stands at a height of 16 feet and spans 400 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 320 acre-feet and a surface area of 80 acres. Situated on the Little Ossipee River, Shapleigh Pond plays a crucial role in the ecological health of the surrounding area and provides a habitat for diverse wildlife species.
Maintained by the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), Shapleigh Pond is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of not rated, the dam undergoes regular inspections every 12 months to monitor its performance. While the pond serves as a haven for fish and wildlife, its recreational value and contribution to the local ecosystem make it a significant asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in sustainable conservation efforts.
In the event of emergencies, the pond's emergency action plan is essential for coordinating response efforts and ensuring public safety. Although specific risk assessments and management measures are not detailed in the available data, Shapleigh Pond remains a focal point for environmental stewardship and community engagement in York County, Maine. As a key component of the region's water infrastructure, this picturesque pond serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible water resource management in the face of climate change challenges.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Shapleigh Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Saco River At Cornish | 7,160 cfs | → |
| Mousam River Near West Kennebunk | 225 cfs | → |
| Cocheco River Near Rochester | 97 cfs | → |
| Bearcamp River At South Tamworth | 164 cfs | → |
| Isinglass R At Rochester Neck Rd | 53 cfs | → |
| Saco River Near Conway | 1,420 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Shapleigh Pond.
Boat launches
- Norton Ridge Road 99, Shapleigh
- West Shore Road 411, Acton
- Great East Lake Boat Launch
- Lovell Lake Road 3198, Acton
- Ivanhoe Lake Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Green Tops Campground
- Goodwins Lodge
- Goodwins Lodge Cabin 6
- Wild Duck Campground & Rv Park
- Ferry Beach Campground
- Bayley's Camping Resort
Paddle runs
- Begins In Franklin To Sewall's Island
- Sewall's Island To Manchester Street Bridge
- Thornton Railroad Bridge To Bridgewater/Bristol Town Line
- Woodstock/Thornton Town Line To Thornton Railroad Bridge
- Headwaters At Profile Lake To Southern Boundary Of Franconia Notch State Park
Track Shapleigh Pond in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Shapleigh Pond
Where does the data for Shapleigh Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Shapleigh Pond.