Cambria Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cambria Mill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 85.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 27 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00553 |
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
Cambria Township
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cambria Mill Pond Dam?
Cambria Mill 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 Cambria Mill Pond Dam?
Cambria Mill Pond Dam is owned by Cambria Township (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cambria Mill Pond Dam built?
Cambria Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Cambria Mill Pond Dam?
Cambria Mill Pond 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 Cambria Mill Pond Dam?
Cambria Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Cambria Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Cambria Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on October 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.