Detroit Metro Airport Stormwater Pond 6
Key Takeaway
Detroit Metro Airport Stormwater Pond 6 is classified as high hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 61.1% in MI) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 660 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 70 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 46 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MI02682 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Wayne County Airport Authority
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Detroit Metro Airport Stormwater Pond 6?
Detroit Metro Airport Stormwater Pond 6 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Detroit Metro Airport Stormwater Pond 6?
Detroit Metro Airport Stormwater Pond 6 is owned by Wayne County Airport Authority (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Detroit Metro Airport Stormwater Pond 6 built?
Detroit Metro Airport Stormwater Pond 6 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Detroit Metro Airport Stormwater Pond 6?
Detroit Metro Airport Stormwater Pond 6 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Detroit Metro Airport Stormwater Pond 6?
Detroit Metro Airport Stormwater Pond 6 has a dam height of 17 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 Detroit Metro Airport Stormwater Pond 6 last inspected?
Detroit Metro Airport Stormwater Pond 6 was last inspected on July 17, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.