Barnes Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Barnes Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 110 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | MI01420 |
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
Barnes Lake Property Owners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Barnes Lake Dam?
Barnes 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 Barnes Lake Dam?
Barnes Lake Dam is owned by Barnes Lake Property Owners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barnes Lake Dam built?
Barnes Lake Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Barnes Lake Dam?
Barnes 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 Barnes Lake Dam?
Barnes Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Barnes Lake Dam last inspected?
Barnes Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1901. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.