Pankey Dam
Key Takeaway
Pankey Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20.5% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00326 |
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
Glen Pankey
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pankey Dam?
Pankey 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 Pankey Dam?
Pankey Dam is owned by Glen Pankey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pankey Dam built?
Pankey Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Pankey Dam?
Pankey 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 Pankey Dam?
Pankey Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Pankey Dam last inspected?
Pankey Dam was last inspected on October 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.