French Stream
Key Takeaway
French Stream is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.9% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1850 (176 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1973 |
| NID ID | ME00412 |
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
Louis Madison;Malcolm Bachelder
Private
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What is the hazard classification of French Stream?
French Stream 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 French Stream?
French Stream is owned by Louis Madison;Malcolm Bachelder (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was French Stream built?
French Stream was completed in 1850, making it 176 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 French Stream?
French Stream serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is French Stream?
French Stream has a dam height of 12 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.