Brush Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Brush Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 28 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00227 |
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
Village of Hillman
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brush Creek Dam?
Brush Creek 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 Brush Creek Dam?
Brush Creek Dam is owned by Village of Hillman (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brush Creek Dam built?
Brush Creek Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Brush Creek Dam?
Brush 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 Brush Creek Dam?
Brush Creek Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Brush Creek Dam last inspected?
Brush Creek Dam was last inspected on August 31, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.