Ribeck Mead and Turner Dam
Key Takeaway
Ribeck Mead and Turner Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1880 and is 146 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 50.6% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 775 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 125 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 85 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1880 (146 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00084 |
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
Hillsdale County Drain Commissioner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ribeck Mead and Turner Dam?
Ribeck Mead and Turner 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 Ribeck Mead and Turner Dam?
Ribeck Mead and Turner Dam is owned by Hillsdale County Drain Commissioner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ribeck Mead and Turner Dam built?
Ribeck Mead and Turner Dam was completed in 1880, making it 146 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 Ribeck Mead and Turner Dam?
Ribeck Mead and Turner 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 Ribeck Mead and Turner Dam?
Ribeck Mead and Turner 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 Ribeck Mead and Turner Dam last inspected?
Ribeck Mead and Turner Dam was last inspected on October 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.