Mission Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Mission Creek 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 | 12 ft (taller than 32.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00230 |
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
City of Mount Pleasant
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mission Creek Dam?
Mission Creek 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 Mission Creek Dam?
Mission Creek Dam is owned by City of Mount Pleasant (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mission Creek Dam built?
Mission Creek 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 Mission Creek Dam?
Mission Creek 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 Mission Creek Dam?
Mission Creek Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Mission Creek Dam last inspected?
Mission Creek Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.