Misteguay Creek 2a
Key Takeaway
Misteguay Creek 2a is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 88.4% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 54 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | MI00104 |
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
Misteguay Creek Intercounty Dr Bd
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Misteguay Creek 2a?
Misteguay Creek 2a 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 Misteguay Creek 2a?
Misteguay Creek 2a is owned by Misteguay Creek Intercounty Dr Bd (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Misteguay Creek 2a built?
Misteguay Creek 2a was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Misteguay Creek 2a?
Misteguay Creek 2a serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Misteguay Creek 2a?
Misteguay Creek 2a has a dam height of 29 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 Misteguay Creek 2a last inspected?
Misteguay Creek 2a was last inspected on September 21, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.