Mckays Dam
Key Takeaway
Mckays Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 96 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00043 |
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
Michael Ferrantino
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mckays Dam?
Mckays 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 Mckays Dam?
Mckays Dam is owned by Michael Ferrantino (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mckays Dam built?
Mckays Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Mckays Dam?
Mckays 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 Mckays Dam?
Mckays Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Mckays Dam last inspected?
Mckays Dam was last inspected on August 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.