Mud Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mud Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1840 and is 186 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 14.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 250 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1840 (186 years old) |
| NID ID | MI01341 |
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 Parks & Recreation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mud Lake Dam?
Mud 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 Mud Lake Dam?
Mud Lake Dam is owned by MDNR Parks & Recreation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mud Lake Dam built?
Mud Lake Dam was completed in 1840, making it 186 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 Mud Lake Dam?
Mud 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 Mud Lake Dam?
Mud Lake 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 Mud Lake Dam last inspected?
Mud Lake Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.