Mcdonald Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcdonald Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 14.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 88 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 390 acres |
| Drainage Area | 25 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 380 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00072 |
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
Gogebic County Forestry Commission
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mcdonald Lake Dam?
Mcdonald 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 Mcdonald Lake Dam?
Mcdonald Lake Dam is owned by Gogebic County Forestry Commission (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcdonald Lake Dam built?
Mcdonald Lake Dam was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Mcdonald Lake Dam?
Mcdonald Lake 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 Mcdonald Lake Dam?
Mcdonald Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Mcdonald Lake Dam last inspected?
Mcdonald Lake Dam was last inspected on October 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.