Marble Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Marble Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 14.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 33 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 4.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 780 acres |
| Drainage Area | 38 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 320 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | MI01130 |
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
Branch County Drain Commissioner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marble Lake Dam?
Marble 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 Marble Lake Dam?
Marble Lake Dam is owned by Branch County Drain Commissioner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marble Lake Dam built?
Marble Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Marble Lake Dam?
Marble 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 Marble Lake Dam?
Marble Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Marble Lake Dam last inspected?
Marble Lake Dam was last inspected on October 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.