Ranney Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ranney Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20.5% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 293 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00664 |
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
Ronald J. Christensen
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ranney Lake Dam?
Ranney 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 Ranney Lake Dam?
Ranney Lake Dam is owned by Ronald J. Christensen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ranney Lake Dam built?
Ranney Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Ranney Lake Dam?
Ranney 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 Ranney Lake Dam?
Ranney Lake 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 Ranney Lake Dam last inspected?
Ranney Lake Dam was last inspected on June 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.