Greens Flooding Dam

Tributary to Dickerson Creek· Montcalm, Michigan· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Other State Government

Key Takeaway

Greens Flooding Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 1.3% in MI)
Dam Length192 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage95 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge53 cfs
NID IDMI02526

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: May 8, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

MDNR Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Greens Flooding Dam?

Greens Flooding 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 Greens Flooding Dam?

Greens Flooding Dam is owned by MDNR Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Greens Flooding Dam?

Greens Flooding 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 Greens Flooding Dam?

Greens Flooding Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Greens Flooding Dam last inspected?

Greens Flooding Dam was last inspected on May 8, 2015. 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.