Beckwith Dam
Key Takeaway
Beckwith Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 87.5% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 153 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00960 |
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
Precision Properties
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beckwith Dam?
Beckwith 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 Beckwith Dam?
Beckwith Dam is owned by Precision Properties (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beckwith Dam built?
Beckwith Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Beckwith Dam?
Beckwith Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Beckwith Dam?
Beckwith Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Beckwith Dam last inspected?
Beckwith Dam was last inspected on August 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.