Lake Laura Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Laura Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20.5% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00797 |
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
Canadian Lakes Prop Owners Assn
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Laura Dam?
Lake Laura 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 Laura Dam?
Lake Laura Dam is owned by Canadian Lakes Prop Owners Assn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Laura Dam built?
Lake Laura Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Laura Dam?
Lake Laura 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 Laura Dam?
Lake Laura 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 Laura Dam last inspected?
Lake Laura Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.