Monarch Paper Mill Dam
Key Takeaway
Monarch Paper Mill Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1916 and is 110 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 70.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 21 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1916 (110 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00145 |
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
Fabri-Kal Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Monarch Paper Mill Dam?
Monarch Paper Mill 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 Monarch Paper Mill Dam?
Monarch Paper Mill Dam is owned by Fabri-Kal Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Monarch Paper Mill Dam built?
Monarch Paper Mill Dam was completed in 1916, making it 110 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 Monarch Paper Mill Dam?
Monarch Paper Mill Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Monarch Paper Mill Dam?
Monarch Paper Mill Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Monarch Paper Mill Dam last inspected?
Monarch Paper Mill Dam was last inspected on July 12, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.