Henson Dam
Key Takeaway
Henson Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 86.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 2,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 211 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 66 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00904 |
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
Bill Henson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Henson Dam?
Henson 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 Henson Dam?
Henson Dam is owned by Bill Henson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Henson Dam built?
Henson Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Henson Dam?
Henson 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 Henson Dam?
Henson Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Henson Dam last inspected?
Henson Dam was last inspected on October 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.