Centenial Mill Dam
Key Takeaway
Centenial Mill Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1835 and is 191 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 61.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1835 (191 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00030 |
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
Charles Bussard
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Centenial Mill Dam?
Centenial Mill 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 Centenial Mill Dam?
Centenial Mill Dam is owned by Charles Bussard (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Centenial Mill Dam built?
Centenial Mill Dam was completed in 1835, making it 191 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 Centenial Mill Dam?
Centenial Mill 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 Centenial Mill Dam?
Centenial Mill Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Centenial Mill Dam last inspected?
Centenial Mill Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1901. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.