Lake Victoria Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Victoria Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 81.6% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00618 |
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 Victoria Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Victoria Dam?
Lake Victoria 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 Victoria Dam?
Lake Victoria Dam is owned by Lake Victoria Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Victoria Dam built?
Lake Victoria Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Victoria Dam?
Lake Victoria 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 Victoria Dam?
Lake Victoria Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Victoria Dam last inspected?
Lake Victoria Dam was last inspected on September 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.