Kerswill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kerswill Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 32.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 1,020 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 315 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00414 |
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
Kerswill Lake Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kerswill Lake Dam?
Kerswill 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 Kerswill Lake Dam?
Kerswill Lake Dam is owned by Kerswill Lake Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kerswill Lake Dam built?
Kerswill Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Kerswill Lake Dam?
Kerswill 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 Kerswill Lake Dam?
Kerswill Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Kerswill Lake Dam last inspected?
Kerswill Lake Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.