Mansfield Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Mansfield Club Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 89.2% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00284 |
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
The Mansfield Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mansfield Club Dam?
Mansfield Club 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 Mansfield Club Dam?
Mansfield Club Dam is owned by The Mansfield Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mansfield Club Dam built?
Mansfield Club Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Mansfield Club Dam?
Mansfield Club 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 Mansfield Club Dam?
Mansfield Club Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Mansfield Club Dam last inspected?
Mansfield Club Dam was last inspected on September 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.