Lake Lancelot Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lancelot Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 61.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 250 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00488 |
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
Gladwin County Drain Commissioner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lancelot Dam?
Lake Lancelot 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 Lancelot Dam?
Lake Lancelot Dam is owned by Gladwin County Drain Commissioner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lancelot Dam built?
Lake Lancelot Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Lake Lancelot Dam?
Lake Lancelot 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 Lake Lancelot Dam?
Lake Lancelot Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Lancelot Dam last inspected?
Lake Lancelot Dam was last inspected on July 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.