Mayfield Electric Light Plant Dam
Key Takeaway
Mayfield Electric Light Plant Dam is classified as significant hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1873 and is 153 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 79.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 130 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1873 (153 years old) |
| NID ID | MI01023 |
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
Paradise Township
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mayfield Electric Light Plant Dam?
Mayfield Electric Light Plant 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 Mayfield Electric Light Plant Dam?
Mayfield Electric Light Plant Dam is owned by Paradise Township (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mayfield Electric Light Plant Dam built?
Mayfield Electric Light Plant Dam was completed in 1873, making it 153 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 Mayfield Electric Light Plant Dam?
Mayfield Electric Light Plant 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 Mayfield Electric Light Plant Dam?
Mayfield Electric Light Plant Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Mayfield Electric Light Plant Dam last inspected?
Mayfield Electric Light Plant Dam was last inspected on September 25, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.