Davisburg Dam
Key Takeaway
Davisburg 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 | 16 ft (taller than 55.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 98 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1835 (191 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00244 |
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
Oakland County Parks
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Davisburg Dam?
Davisburg 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 Davisburg Dam?
Davisburg Dam is owned by Oakland County Parks (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Davisburg Dam built?
Davisburg 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 Davisburg Dam?
Davisburg 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 Davisburg Dam?
Davisburg 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 Davisburg Dam last inspected?
Davisburg Dam was last inspected on July 16, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.