Fctc Delta 2 Dam

Tributary to Kalamazoo River· Kalamazoo, Michigan· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Fctc Delta 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 32.7% in MI)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge124 cfs
NID IDMI02686

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 19, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MICHIGAN DEGLE

Ownership

Mich. Dept. of Military & Vet. Afrs

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fctc Delta 2 Dam?

Fctc Delta 2 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 Fctc Delta 2 Dam?

Fctc Delta 2 Dam is owned by Mich. Dept. of Military & Vet. Afrs (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Fctc Delta 2 Dam?

Fctc Delta 2 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 Fctc Delta 2 Dam?

Fctc Delta 2 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 Fctc Delta 2 Dam last inspected?

Fctc Delta 2 Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.