Big Mosherville Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Mosherville Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1898 and is 128 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20.5% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 82 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1898 (128 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00083 |
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
Hillsdale County Drain Commissioner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Mosherville Dam?
Big Mosherville 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 Big Mosherville Dam?
Big Mosherville Dam is owned by Hillsdale County Drain Commissioner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Mosherville Dam built?
Big Mosherville Dam was completed in 1898, making it 128 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 Big Mosherville Dam?
Big Mosherville 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 Big Mosherville Dam?
Big Mosherville Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Big Mosherville Dam last inspected?
Big Mosherville Dam was last inspected on November 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.