Charlyle Dam
Key Takeaway
Charlyle Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 61.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 336 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 210 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00015 |
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
Veryl Yenior
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charlyle Dam?
Charlyle 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 Charlyle Dam?
Charlyle Dam is owned by Veryl Yenior (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charlyle Dam built?
Charlyle Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Charlyle Dam?
Charlyle 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 Charlyle Dam?
Charlyle 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 Charlyle Dam last inspected?
Charlyle Dam was last inspected on August 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.