Quigley Dam
Key Takeaway
Quigley Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 79.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 465 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00036 |
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
Fontinalis Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Quigley Dam?
Quigley 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 Quigley Dam?
Quigley Dam is owned by Fontinalis Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Quigley Dam built?
Quigley Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Quigley Dam?
Quigley 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 Quigley Dam?
Quigley Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Quigley Dam last inspected?
Quigley Dam was last inspected on October 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.