Lower Trout Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Trout Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 83.2% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 336 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 710 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 540 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 68 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 265 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00683 |
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 Parks & Recreation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Trout Lake Dam?
Lower Trout 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 Lower Trout Lake Dam?
Lower Trout Lake Dam is owned by MDNR Parks & Recreation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Trout Lake Dam built?
Lower Trout Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Lower Trout Lake Dam?
Lower Trout 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 Lower Trout Lake Dam?
Lower Trout Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Lower Trout Lake Dam last inspected?
Lower Trout Lake Dam was last inspected on October 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.