Sessions Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Sessions Creek Dam is classified as significant hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 66 ft (taller than 98.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 110 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,860 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00794 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MDNR Parks & Recreation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sessions Creek Dam?
Sessions Creek Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sessions Creek Dam?
Sessions Creek Dam is owned by MDNR Parks & Recreation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sessions Creek Dam built?
Sessions Creek Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Sessions Creek Dam?
Sessions Creek 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 Sessions Creek Dam?
Sessions Creek Dam has a dam height of 66 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 Sessions Creek Dam last inspected?
Sessions Creek Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.