Lake Lochbrae Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lochbrae Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 44.8% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 185 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 700 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 369 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 82 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 175 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00422 |
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
Lochbrae Dam Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lochbrae Dam?
Lake Lochbrae 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 Lochbrae Dam?
Lake Lochbrae Dam is owned by Lochbrae Dam Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lochbrae Dam built?
Lake Lochbrae Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Lochbrae Dam?
Lake Lochbrae 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 Lochbrae Dam?
Lake Lochbrae 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.
When was Lake Lochbrae Dam last inspected?
Lake Lochbrae Dam was last inspected on December 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.