Coppo Dam
Key Takeaway
Coppo Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 55.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MI01242 |
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
Eva Carlson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coppo Dam?
Coppo 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 Coppo Dam?
Coppo Dam is owned by Eva Carlson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coppo Dam built?
Coppo Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Coppo Dam?
Coppo 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 Coppo Dam?
Coppo Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Coppo Dam last inspected?
Coppo Dam was last inspected on November 2, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.