Negaunee Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Negaunee Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 55.7% in MI) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 624 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 312 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
| NID ID | MI02674 |
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
Negaunee Lake Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Negaunee Lake Dam?
Negaunee 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 Negaunee Lake Dam?
Negaunee Lake Dam is owned by Negaunee Lake Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Negaunee Lake Dam?
Negaunee 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 Negaunee Lake Dam?
Negaunee Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Negaunee Lake Dam last inspected?
Negaunee Lake Dam was last inspected on July 8, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.