Five Lakes Dam
Key Takeaway
Five Lakes Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 7.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 468 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 117 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | MI01207 |
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
Five Lakes Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Five Lakes Dam?
Five Lakes 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 Five Lakes Dam?
Five Lakes Dam is owned by Five Lakes Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Five Lakes Dam built?
Five Lakes Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Five Lakes Dam?
Five Lakes Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Five Lakes Dam?
Five Lakes Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Five Lakes Dam last inspected?
Five Lakes Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.