Lombard Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lombard Lake 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 | 8 ft (taller than 7.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 137 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MI01371 |
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
MDNR Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lombard Lake Dam?
Lombard 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 Lombard Lake Dam?
Lombard Lake Dam is owned by MDNR Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lombard Lake Dam built?
Lombard Lake 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 Lombard Lake Dam?
Lombard 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 Lombard Lake Dam?
Lombard Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Lombard Lake Dam last inspected?
Lombard Lake Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.