Molasses River Flooding #5 Dam
Key Takeaway
Molasses River Flooding #5 Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 14.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 2,640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 195 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | MI01601 |
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
MDNR Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Molasses River Flooding #5 Dam?
Molasses River Flooding #5 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 Molasses River Flooding #5 Dam?
Molasses River Flooding #5 Dam is owned by MDNR Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Molasses River Flooding #5 Dam built?
Molasses River Flooding #5 Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Molasses River Flooding #5 Dam?
Molasses River Flooding #5 Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Molasses River Flooding #5 Dam?
Molasses River Flooding #5 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 Molasses River Flooding #5 Dam last inspected?
Molasses River Flooding #5 Dam was last inspected on December 17, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.