Branns Mill
Key Takeaway
Branns Mill 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 | 14 ft (taller than 45.1% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Timber Crib |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 271 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1984 |
| NID ID | ME00166 |
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
Dover-Foxcroft
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Branns Mill?
Branns Mill 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 Branns Mill?
Branns Mill is owned by Dover-Foxcroft (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Branns Mill built?
Branns Mill 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 Branns Mill?
Branns Mill serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Branns Mill?
Branns Mill has a dam height of 14 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.