Genesee County Impoundment
Key Takeaway
Genesee County Impoundment is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 2016 and is 10 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 89.2% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 1,130 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 385 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 385 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2016 (10 years old) |
| NID ID | MI04025 |
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
Genesee County Drain Commissioner
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Genesee County Impoundment?
Genesee County Impoundment 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 Genesee County Impoundment?
Genesee County Impoundment is owned by Genesee County Drain Commissioner (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Genesee County Impoundment built?
Genesee County Impoundment was completed in 2016, making it 10 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 Genesee County Impoundment?
Genesee County Impoundment serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Genesee County Impoundment?
Genesee County Impoundment has a dam height of 30 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.