Maybury Fish Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Maybury Fish Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 67.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 80 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00759 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MDNR Parks & Recreation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Maybury Fish Pond Dam?
Maybury Fish Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Maybury Fish Pond Dam?
Maybury Fish Pond Dam is owned by MDNR Parks & Recreation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maybury Fish Pond Dam built?
Maybury Fish Pond Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Maybury Fish Pond Dam?
Maybury Fish Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Maybury Fish Pond Dam?
Maybury Fish Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Maybury Fish Pond Dam last inspected?
Maybury Fish Pond Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.