Avery Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Avery Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 50.6% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 322 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 360 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00056 |
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
Montmorency Co. Drain Commissioner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Avery Lake Dam?
Avery Lake 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 Avery Lake Dam?
Avery Lake Dam is owned by Montmorency Co. Drain Commissioner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Avery Lake Dam built?
Avery Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Avery Lake Dam?
Avery Lake 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 Avery Lake Dam?
Avery Lake 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 Avery Lake Dam last inspected?
Avery Lake Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.