Potters Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Potters Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 7.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 770 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 130 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 764 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00295 |
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
Black Creek Intercounty Drain
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Potters Lake Dam?
Potters Lake 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 Potters Lake Dam?
Potters Lake Dam is owned by Black Creek Intercounty Drain (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Potters Lake Dam built?
Potters Lake Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Potters Lake Dam?
Potters Lake 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 Potters Lake Dam?
Potters Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Potters Lake Dam last inspected?
Potters Lake Dam was last inspected on November 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.