East Mill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
East Mill Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 50.6% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 440 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 435 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00607 |
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
William Schaufler
Private
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What is the hazard classification of East Mill Lake Dam?
East Mill Lake 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 East Mill Lake Dam?
East Mill Lake Dam is owned by William Schaufler (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Mill Lake Dam built?
East Mill Lake Dam was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 East Mill Lake Dam?
East Mill Lake 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 East Mill Lake Dam?
East Mill Lake 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 East Mill Lake Dam last inspected?
East Mill Lake Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.