Rose Lake Flooding Dam

Tributary to Vermillion Creek· Shiawassee, Michigan· Built 1960· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Other State Government

Key Takeaway

Rose Lake Flooding Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 7.3% in MI)
Dam Length810 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage160 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area68 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDMI00880

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 25, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MICHIGAN DEGLE

Ownership

MDNR Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rose Lake Flooding Dam?

Rose Lake Flooding 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 Rose Lake Flooding Dam?

Rose Lake Flooding Dam is owned by MDNR Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rose Lake Flooding Dam built?

Rose Lake Flooding Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Rose Lake Flooding Dam?

Rose Lake Flooding Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rose Lake Flooding Dam?

Rose Lake Flooding Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Rose Lake Flooding Dam last inspected?

Rose Lake Flooding Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.