Palmer Bayou Dam
Key Takeaway
Palmer Bayou Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 26.9% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 6,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 950 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 340 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00779 |
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
MDNR Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Palmer Bayou Dam?
Palmer Bayou 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 Palmer Bayou Dam?
Palmer Bayou Dam is owned by MDNR Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Palmer Bayou Dam built?
Palmer Bayou Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Palmer Bayou Dam?
Palmer Bayou Dam 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 Palmer Bayou Dam?
Palmer Bayou Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Palmer Bayou Dam last inspected?
Palmer Bayou Dam was last inspected on October 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.