Sage Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sage Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 384 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 60 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00353 |
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
MDNR Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sage Lake Dam?
Sage Lake 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 Sage Lake Dam?
Sage Lake Dam is owned by MDNR Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sage Lake Dam built?
Sage Lake 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 Sage Lake Dam?
Sage Lake 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 Sage Lake Dam?
Sage Lake 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 Sage Lake Dam last inspected?
Sage Lake Dam was last inspected on July 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.