Marsh Unit Flooding #4
Key Takeaway
Marsh Unit Flooding #4 is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 56 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MI01468 |
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 Marsh Unit Flooding #4?
Marsh Unit Flooding #4 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 Marsh Unit Flooding #4?
Marsh Unit Flooding #4 is owned by MDNR Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marsh Unit Flooding #4 built?
Marsh Unit Flooding #4 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 Marsh Unit Flooding #4?
Marsh Unit Flooding #4 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Marsh Unit Flooding #4?
Marsh Unit Flooding #4 has a dam height of 7 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 Marsh Unit Flooding #4 last inspected?
Marsh Unit Flooding #4 was last inspected on June 18, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.