Bryant Mill Dam
Key Takeaway
Bryant Mill Dam is classified as high hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 61.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 27 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 797 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00135 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lyondell Environmental
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bryant Mill Dam?
Bryant Mill Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bryant Mill Dam?
Bryant Mill Dam is owned by Lyondell Environmental (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bryant Mill Dam built?
Bryant Mill Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Bryant Mill Dam?
Bryant Mill 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 Bryant Mill Dam?
Bryant Mill 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 Bryant Mill Dam last inspected?
Bryant Mill Dam was last inspected on August 3, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.