Cannon Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Cannon 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 | 15 ft (taller than 50.6% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 245 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00098 |
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
L.. Piper
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cannon Creek Dam?
Cannon 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 Cannon Creek Dam?
Cannon Creek Dam is owned by L.. Piper (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cannon Creek Dam built?
Cannon 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 Cannon Creek Dam?
Cannon 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 Cannon Creek Dam?
Cannon Creek 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.