Depa Dam
Key Takeaway
Depa Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20.5% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MI01148 |
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
Paul & Diane Redlarczyk
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Depa Dam?
Depa 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 Depa Dam?
Depa Dam is owned by Paul & Diane Redlarczyk (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Depa Dam built?
Depa Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Depa Dam?
Depa 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 Depa Dam last inspected?
Depa Dam was last inspected on August 1, 1995. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.