Rich Mill
Key Takeaway
Rich Mill is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1770 and is 256 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.9% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 218 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 77 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1770 (256 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1900 |
| NID ID | ME00535 |
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
Richard Wing
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rich Mill?
Rich 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 Rich Mill?
Rich Mill is owned by Richard Wing (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rich Mill built?
Rich Mill was completed in 1770, making it 256 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 Rich Mill?
Rich Mill serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rich Mill?
Rich Mill 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.