Calderwood Walleye Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Calderwood Walleye Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 26.9% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 230 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00805 |
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
USDA Forest Service
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Calderwood Walleye Pond Dam?
Calderwood Walleye Pond 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 Calderwood Walleye Pond Dam?
Calderwood Walleye Pond Dam is owned by USDA Forest Service (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Calderwood Walleye Pond Dam built?
Calderwood Walleye Pond Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Calderwood Walleye Pond Dam?
Calderwood Walleye Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Calderwood Walleye Pond Dam?
Calderwood Walleye Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Calderwood Walleye Pond Dam last inspected?
Calderwood Walleye Pond Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.