Davisburg Trout Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Davisburg Trout Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 126 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 520 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00693 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MDNR Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Davisburg Trout Pond Dam?
Davisburg Trout Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Davisburg Trout Pond Dam?
Davisburg Trout Pond Dam is owned by MDNR Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Davisburg Trout Pond Dam built?
Davisburg Trout Pond Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Trout Pond Dam?
Davisburg Trout Pond 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 Trout Pond Dam?
Davisburg Trout Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Trout Pond Dam last inspected?
Davisburg Trout Pond Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.