Dollarville Dam
Key Takeaway
Dollarville Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 2,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,200 acres |
| Drainage Area | 168 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,275 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00254 |
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
MDNR Fisheries
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dollarville Dam?
Dollarville 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 Dollarville Dam?
Dollarville Dam is owned by MDNR Fisheries (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dollarville Dam built?
Dollarville Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Dollarville Dam?
Dollarville 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 Dollarville Dam?
Dollarville 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 Dollarville Dam last inspected?
Dollarville Dam was last inspected on August 21, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.