Ray C. Andres Dam
Key Takeaway
Ray C. Andres Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 50.6% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00657 |
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
Quality Real Estate
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ray C. Andres Dam?
Ray C. Andres 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 Ray C. Andres Dam?
Ray C. Andres Dam is owned by Quality Real Estate (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ray C. Andres Dam built?
Ray C. Andres Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Ray C. Andres Dam?
Ray C. Andres 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 Ray C. Andres Dam?
Ray C. Andres Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Ray C. Andres Dam last inspected?
Ray C. Andres Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.