Lake Lure Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lure Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 74.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 532 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00316 |
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
Lake Lure Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lure Dam?
Lake Lure 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 Lure Dam?
Lake Lure Dam is owned by Lake Lure Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lure Dam built?
Lake Lure Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Lure Dam?
Lake Lure 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 Lure Dam?
Lake Lure Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Lure Dam last inspected?
Lake Lure Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.