Mary Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mary Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 237 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 764 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 230 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 210 cfs |
| NID ID | MI01247 |
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
Waucedah Township
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mary Lake Dam?
Mary 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 Mary Lake Dam?
Mary Lake Dam is owned by Waucedah Township (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mary Lake Dam?
Mary Lake Dam 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 Mary Lake Dam?
Mary Lake Dam 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 Mary Lake Dam last inspected?
Mary Lake Dam was last inspected on October 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.