Muddy Grimes Dam
Key Takeaway
Muddy Grimes Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 7.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00875 |
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
Hiawatha National Forest
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Muddy Grimes Dam?
Muddy Grimes 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 Muddy Grimes Dam?
Muddy Grimes Dam is owned by Hiawatha National Forest (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Muddy Grimes Dam built?
Muddy Grimes Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Muddy Grimes Dam?
Muddy Grimes 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 Muddy Grimes Dam?
Muddy Grimes Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Muddy Grimes Dam last inspected?
Muddy Grimes Dam was last inspected on October 6, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.