Provisional Report Upon the Water-Power of Maine - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1023672103 ISBN 13: 9781023672108

Publisher: Hutson Street Press, 2025

Synopsis

"Provisional Report Upon the Water-Power of Maine" offers a detailed examination of the state's water resources in the mid-19th century. Prepared by the Maine Hydrographic Survey, this report provides valuable insights into the potential for harnessing water power for industrial and economic development. It includes detailed measurements, descriptions of various rivers and waterways, and assessments of their suitability for mills and other power-generating facilities.

This historical document is a valuable resource for researchers interested in the history of engineering, the development of water power technology, and the economic history of Maine and New England. It showcases the early efforts to understand and utilize natural resources for the benefit of industry and society. The report also provides a snapshot of the industrial landscape of Maine during a period of significant technological change.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Hutson Street Press
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1023672103
• ISBN 13: 9781023672108
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 582