Byron Dam
Key Takeaway
Byron Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1847 and is 179 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 50.6% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 185 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 104 acres |
| Drainage Area | 191 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,287 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1847 (179 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00378 |
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 Byron
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Byron Dam?
Byron 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 Byron Dam?
Byron Dam is owned by Village of Byron (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Byron Dam built?
Byron Dam was completed in 1847, making it 179 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 Byron Dam?
Byron 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 Byron Dam?
Byron Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Byron Dam last inspected?
Byron Dam was last inspected on October 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.