Danforth
Maine — Washington County — Baskehegan
Location
| State | Maine |
| County | Washington |
| River | Baskehegan |
| Coordinates | 45.65908, -67.86887 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| NID Storage | 93,952 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 93,952 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,645 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 10, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 12 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1845 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Baskahegan Dam Co. |
| Other Name | Danforth |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.