Adams Township Wastewater Facility Dam
Key Takeaway
Adams Township Wastewater Facility Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.7% in MI) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | MI02627 |
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
Adams Township
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Adams Township Wastewater Facility Dam?
Adams Township Wastewater Facility Dam 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 Adams Township Wastewater Facility Dam?
Adams Township Wastewater Facility Dam is owned by Adams Township (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Adams Township Wastewater Facility Dam?
Adams Township Wastewater Facility Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Adams Township Wastewater Facility Dam?
Adams Township Wastewater Facility Dam 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.