Intake Park Dam

Indian River· Schoolcraft, Michigan· Built 1917· Concrete· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Intake Park Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1917 and is 109 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 14.1% in MI)
Dam Length177 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area302 sq mi
Year Completed1917 (109 years old)
NID IDMI00443

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: August 24, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MICHIGAN DEGLE

Ownership

City of Manistique

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Intake Park Dam?

Intake Park 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 Intake Park Dam?

Intake Park Dam is owned by City of Manistique (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Intake Park Dam built?

Intake Park Dam was completed in 1917, making it 109 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 Intake Park Dam?

Intake Park Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Intake Park Dam?

Intake Park Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Intake Park Dam last inspected?

Intake Park Dam was last inspected on August 24, 2017. 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.