Rhoads Dam
Key Takeaway
Rhoads Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 14.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 25 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00317 |
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
David Polley and Janis Miller
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rhoads Dam?
Rhoads 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 Rhoads Dam?
Rhoads Dam is owned by David Polley and Janis Miller (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rhoads Dam built?
Rhoads Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Rhoads Dam?
Rhoads 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 Rhoads Dam?
Rhoads Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Rhoads Dam last inspected?
Rhoads Dam was last inspected on November 1, 1993. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.