Rowe Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Rowe Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1888 and is 138 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1888 (138 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00234 |
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
Mark Coe
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rowe Dam No 1?
Rowe Dam No 1 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 Rowe Dam No 1?
Rowe Dam No 1 is owned by Mark Coe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rowe Dam No 1 built?
Rowe Dam No 1 was completed in 1888, making it 138 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 Rowe Dam No 1?
Rowe Dam No 1 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 Rowe Dam No 1?
Rowe Dam No 1 has a dam height of 13 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 Rowe Dam No 1 last inspected?
Rowe Dam No 1 was last inspected on October 26, 1993. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.