North Brine Storage Lagoon

St. Clair, Michigan· Built 2013· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

North Brine Storage Lagoon is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 44.8% in MI)
Dam Length3,200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage225 acre-ft
Normal Storage180 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2013 (13 years old)
NID IDMI04021

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 24, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MICHIGAN DEGLE

Ownership

Marysville Hydrocarbons, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of North Brine Storage Lagoon?

North Brine Storage Lagoon 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 Brine Storage Lagoon?

North Brine Storage Lagoon is owned by Marysville Hydrocarbons, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was North Brine Storage Lagoon built?

North Brine Storage Lagoon was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 Brine Storage Lagoon?

North Brine Storage Lagoon serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is North Brine Storage Lagoon?

North Brine Storage Lagoon has a dam height of 14 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 Brine Storage Lagoon last inspected?

North Brine Storage Lagoon was last inspected on May 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.