Casket Mill
Key Takeaway
Casket Mill is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 83.1% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 62 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00253 |
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
Thurston Brothers, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Casket Mill?
Casket 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 Casket Mill?
Casket Mill is owned by Thurston Brothers, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Casket Mill built?
Casket Mill was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Casket Mill?
Casket Mill serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Casket Mill?
Casket Mill has a dam height of 25 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.