Bay Land Dam
Key Takeaway
Bay Land Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 44.8% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 585 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 172 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00219 |
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
Straits Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bay Land Dam?
Bay Land 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 Bay Land Dam?
Bay Land Dam is owned by Straits Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bay Land Dam built?
Bay Land Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Bay Land Dam?
Bay Land 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 Bay Land Dam?
Bay Land Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Bay Land Dam last inspected?
Bay Land Dam was last inspected on September 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.