Danaher Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Danaher Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 74.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1931 (95 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00573 |
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
P M Rod & Gun Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Danaher Lake Dam?
Danaher Lake 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 Danaher Lake Dam?
Danaher Lake Dam is owned by P M Rod & Gun Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Danaher Lake Dam built?
Danaher Lake Dam was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Danaher Lake Dam?
Danaher Lake 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 Danaher Lake Dam?
Danaher Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Danaher Lake Dam last inspected?
Danaher Lake Dam was last inspected on July 11, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.