Misch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Misch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20.5% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 230 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00293 |
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
HC Holdings Company LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Misch Lake Dam?
Misch 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 Misch Lake Dam?
Misch Lake Dam is owned by HC Holdings Company LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Misch Lake Dam built?
Misch Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Misch Lake Dam?
Misch 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 Misch Lake Dam?
Misch Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Misch Lake Dam last inspected?
Misch Lake Dam was last inspected on October 14, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.