Bowen Mill Dam
Key Takeaway
Bowen Mill Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 55.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 187 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 40 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00092 |
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
Owen and Carleen Sabin
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bowen Mill Dam?
Bowen Mill 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 Bowen Mill Dam?
Bowen Mill Dam is owned by Owen and Carleen Sabin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bowen Mill Dam built?
Bowen Mill Dam was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Bowen Mill Dam?
Bowen Mill Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bowen Mill Dam?
Bowen Mill Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Bowen Mill Dam last inspected?
Bowen Mill Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.