Rowe Dam No 2

Penoyer Creek· Newaygo, Michigan· Built 1915· Gravity· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rowe Dam No 2 is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 44.8% in MI)
Dam Length140 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge250 cfs
Year Completed1915 (111 years old)
NID IDMI00235

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: July 2, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MICHIGAN DEGLE

Ownership

Mark Coe

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rowe Dam No 2?

Rowe Dam No 2 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 2?

Rowe Dam No 2 is owned by Mark Coe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rowe Dam No 2 built?

Rowe Dam No 2 was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 2?

Rowe Dam No 2 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 2?

Rowe Dam No 2 has a dam height of 14 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 2 last inspected?

Rowe Dam No 2 was last inspected on July 2, 1994. 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.