Parshallville Dam
Key Takeaway
Parshallville Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 44.8% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 70 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 37 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,650 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00603 |
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
Livingston County Road Commission
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Parshallville Dam?
Parshallville 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 Parshallville Dam?
Parshallville Dam is owned by Livingston County Road Commission (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Parshallville Dam built?
Parshallville Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Parshallville Dam?
Parshallville 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 Parshallville Dam?
Parshallville Dam 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 Parshallville Dam last inspected?
Parshallville Dam was last inspected on August 14, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.