Denardo Dam
Key Takeaway
Denardo Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 50.6% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00676 |
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
Whittaker Woods Golf Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Denardo Dam?
Denardo 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 Denardo Dam?
Denardo Dam is owned by Whittaker Woods Golf Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Denardo Dam built?
Denardo Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Denardo Dam?
Denardo 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 Denardo Dam?
Denardo Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Denardo Dam last inspected?
Denardo Dam was last inspected on March 30, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.