Fisk Dam
Key Takeaway
Fisk Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 26.9% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,540 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00298 |
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
Wellman & Young
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fisk Dam?
Fisk 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 Fisk Dam?
Fisk Dam is owned by Wellman & Young (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fisk Dam built?
Fisk Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Fisk Dam?
Fisk 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 Fisk Dam?
Fisk Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Fisk Dam last inspected?
Fisk Dam was last inspected on October 31, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.