Fontinalis Club Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
Fontinalis Club Upper Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1870 and is 156 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 7.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1870 (156 years old) |
| NID ID | MI02134 |
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
Fontinalis Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fontinalis Club Upper Dam?
Fontinalis Club Upper 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 Fontinalis Club Upper Dam?
Fontinalis Club Upper Dam is owned by Fontinalis Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fontinalis Club Upper Dam built?
Fontinalis Club Upper Dam was completed in 1870, making it 156 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 Fontinalis Club Upper Dam?
Fontinalis Club Upper 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 Fontinalis Club Upper Dam?
Fontinalis Club Upper 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 Fontinalis Club Upper Dam last inspected?
Fontinalis Club Upper Dam was last inspected on October 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.