Blamer Dam
Key Takeaway
Blamer Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 50.6% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00674 |
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
Avril Haynes
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blamer Dam?
Blamer 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 Blamer Dam?
Blamer Dam is owned by Avril Haynes (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blamer Dam built?
Blamer Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Blamer Dam?
Blamer 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 Blamer Dam?
Blamer 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 Blamer Dam last inspected?
Blamer Dam was last inspected on November 12, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.