Erity Dam
Key Takeaway
Erity Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 55.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 41 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00247 |
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
Village of Beverly Hills
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Erity Dam?
Erity 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 Erity Dam?
Erity Dam is owned by Village of Beverly Hills (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Erity Dam built?
Erity Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Erity Dam?
Erity 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 Erity Dam?
Erity Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Erity Dam last inspected?
Erity Dam was last inspected on September 25, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.