Northland Properties Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Northland Properties Dam #1 is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 14.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 1,302 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | MI02622 |
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
Grand Rack Hunt Club LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Northland Properties Dam #1?
Northland Properties Dam #1 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 Northland Properties Dam #1?
Northland Properties Dam #1 is owned by Grand Rack Hunt Club LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Northland Properties Dam #1 built?
Northland Properties Dam #1 was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Northland Properties Dam #1?
Northland Properties Dam #1 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 Northland Properties Dam #1?
Northland Properties Dam #1 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 Northland Properties Dam #1 last inspected?
Northland Properties Dam #1 was last inspected on September 25, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.