Bottom Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Bottom Creek Dam is classified as significant hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 70.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 510 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 64 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 980 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00450 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Angelo Iafrate Construction
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bottom Creek Dam?
Bottom Creek Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bottom Creek Dam?
Bottom Creek Dam is owned by Angelo Iafrate Construction (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bottom Creek Dam built?
Bottom Creek Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Bottom Creek Dam?
Bottom Creek 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 Bottom Creek Dam?
Bottom Creek Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Bottom Creek Dam last inspected?
Bottom Creek Dam was last inspected on May 23, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.