Lockwood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lockwood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 70.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00404 |
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
BSA Detroit Area Council
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lockwood Lake Dam?
Lockwood Lake 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 Lockwood Lake Dam?
Lockwood Lake Dam is owned by BSA Detroit Area Council (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lockwood Lake Dam built?
Lockwood Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Lockwood Lake Dam?
Lockwood Lake 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 Lockwood Lake Dam?
Lockwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Lockwood Lake Dam last inspected?
Lockwood Lake Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.