Nawakwa Dam
Key Takeaway
Nawakwa Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 50.6% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | MI02318 |
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
Nawakwa Hunt & Gun Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nawakwa Dam?
Nawakwa 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 Nawakwa Dam?
Nawakwa Dam is owned by Nawakwa Hunt & Gun Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nawakwa Dam built?
Nawakwa Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Nawakwa Dam?
Nawakwa 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 Nawakwa Dam?
Nawakwa Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Nawakwa Dam last inspected?
Nawakwa Dam was last inspected on July 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.