Lake Michigan Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Michigan Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 176 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02182 |
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
James Dunn
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Michigan Dam?
Lake Michigan 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 Michigan Dam?
Lake Michigan Dam is owned by James Dunn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Michigan Dam built?
Lake Michigan Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Michigan Dam?
Lake Michigan 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 Michigan Dam?
Lake Michigan Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Michigan Dam last inspected?
Lake Michigan Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.