Hidden Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hidden Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 83 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MI01460 |
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
Doe Schubert
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hidden Lake Dam?
Hidden Lake 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 Hidden Lake Dam?
Hidden Lake Dam is owned by Doe Schubert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hidden Lake Dam built?
Hidden Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Hidden Lake Dam?
Hidden Lake 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 Hidden Lake Dam?
Hidden Lake 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 Hidden Lake Dam last inspected?
Hidden Lake Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.