Nico Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Nico Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 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 | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | MI02611 |
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
William Stein
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nico Lake Dam?
Nico 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 Nico Lake Dam?
Nico Lake Dam is owned by William Stein (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nico Lake Dam built?
Nico Lake Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Nico Lake Dam?
Nico 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 Nico Lake Dam?
Nico 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 Nico Lake Dam last inspected?
Nico Lake Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.