Batson River
Key Takeaway
Batson River is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 68.3% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00054 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Allen Daggett;Wanda Daggett
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Batson River?
Batson River is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Batson River?
Batson River is owned by Allen Daggett;Wanda Daggett (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Batson River built?
Batson River was completed in 1900, making it 126 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Batson River?
Batson River serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Batson River?
Batson River has a dam height of 18 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Batson River last inspected?
Batson River was last inspected on January 8, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.