North Branch Cedar Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
North Branch Cedar Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 55.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,737 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00427 |
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
Steven Fleming Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of North Branch Cedar Creek Dam?
North Branch Cedar Creek 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 North Branch Cedar Creek Dam?
North Branch Cedar Creek Dam is owned by Steven Fleming Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North Branch Cedar Creek Dam built?
North Branch Cedar Creek Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 North Branch Cedar Creek Dam?
North Branch Cedar Creek 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 North Branch Cedar Creek Dam?
North Branch Cedar Creek 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 North Branch Cedar Creek Dam last inspected?
North Branch Cedar Creek Dam was last inspected on June 20, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.