Blue Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Blue Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 61.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | MI01276 |
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
Gladwin Blue Lake Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blue Lake Dam?
Blue 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 Blue Lake Dam?
Blue Lake Dam is owned by Gladwin Blue Lake Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blue Lake Dam built?
Blue Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Blue Lake Dam?
Blue Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blue Lake Dam?
Blue Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Blue Lake Dam last inspected?
Blue Lake Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.