Carollo Dam

Harding Creek· Dickinson, Michigan· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Carollo Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 7.3% in MI)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
NID IDMI02604

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 19, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MICHIGAN DEGLE

Ownership

Eugene Carollo

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Carollo Dam?

Carollo 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 Carollo Dam?

Carollo Dam is owned by Eugene Carollo (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Carollo Dam?

Carollo 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 Carollo Dam?

Carollo Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Carollo Dam last inspected?

Carollo Dam was last inspected on November 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.