Marciniak Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Marciniak Dam #1 is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 61.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 45 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00285 |
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
Richard & Janet Nash
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marciniak Dam #1?
Marciniak Dam #1 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 Marciniak Dam #1?
Marciniak Dam #1 is owned by Richard & Janet Nash (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marciniak Dam #1 built?
Marciniak Dam #1 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Marciniak Dam #1?
Marciniak Dam #1 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 Marciniak Dam #1?
Marciniak Dam #1 has a dam height of 17 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 Marciniak Dam #1 last inspected?
Marciniak Dam #1 was last inspected on December 29, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.