Atlanta Dam
Key Takeaway
Atlanta Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 50.6% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 965 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 615 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 94 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 950 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00226 |
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
Village of Atlanta
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Atlanta Dam?
Atlanta 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 Atlanta Dam?
Atlanta Dam is owned by Village of Atlanta (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Atlanta Dam built?
Atlanta Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Atlanta Dam?
Atlanta Dam 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 Atlanta Dam?
Atlanta Dam has a dam height of 15 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.
When was Atlanta Dam last inspected?
Atlanta Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.