Holiday Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Holiday Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 86.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 891 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 66 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 940 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00436 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Multiple: See additional info.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Holiday Lake Dam?
Holiday Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Holiday Lake Dam?
Holiday Lake Dam is owned by Multiple: See additional info. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holiday Lake Dam built?
Holiday Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Holiday Lake Dam?
Holiday 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 Holiday Lake Dam?
Holiday Lake 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 Holiday Lake Dam last inspected?
Holiday Lake Dam was last inspected on September 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.