Indianwood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Indianwood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 465 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 122 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 605 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00699 |
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
Oakland County Drain Commissioner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Indianwood Lake Dam?
Indianwood 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 Indianwood Lake Dam?
Indianwood Lake Dam is owned by Oakland County Drain Commissioner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indianwood Lake Dam built?
Indianwood Lake Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Indianwood Lake Dam?
Indianwood 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 Indianwood Lake Dam?
Indianwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Indianwood Lake Dam last inspected?
Indianwood Lake Dam was last inspected on July 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.