Dahms Dam
Key Takeaway
Dahms Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20.5% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | MI04028 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dahms Dam?
Dahms 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 Dahms Dam?
Dahms Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dahms Dam built?
Dahms Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Dahms Dam?
Dahms Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dahms Dam?
Dahms Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Dahms Dam last inspected?
Dahms Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.