Lake Neva Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Neva Dam is classified as high hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 61.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 485 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 700 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 288 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 47 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 285 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00614 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lakewood Village Improvement Assoc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Neva Dam?
Lake Neva Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Neva Dam?
Lake Neva Dam is owned by Lakewood Village Improvement Assoc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Neva Dam built?
Lake Neva Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Neva Dam?
Lake Neva 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 Neva Dam?
Lake Neva 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 Neva Dam last inspected?
Lake Neva Dam was last inspected on December 17, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.