Lake Araho Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Araho Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20.5% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | MI01710 |
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
Paint Creek Group, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Araho Dam?
Lake Araho 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 Lake Araho Dam?
Lake Araho Dam is owned by Paint Creek Group, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Lake Araho Dam?
Lake Araho Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Lake Araho Dam last inspected?
Lake Araho Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1901. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.