Kelsey Dam

Butternut Creek· Alcona, Michigan· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Kelsey Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 44.8% in MI)
Max Storage220 acre-ft
Normal Storage160 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
NID IDMI02624

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MICHIGAN DEGLE

Ownership

Arthur Kelsey

Private

Nearby Dams

Thompson Dam

Alcona, MI

Low Hazard 12 ft

Lost Lake Woods East Dam

Alcona, MI

Low Hazard 6 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kelsey Dam?

Kelsey 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 Kelsey Dam?

Kelsey Dam is owned by Arthur Kelsey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Kelsey Dam?

Kelsey Dam has a dam height of 14 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.

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.