Silver Spring Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Silver Spring Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 55.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 25 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00658 |
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
Highland Lakes Condo. Assoc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Silver Spring Lake Dam?
Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring Lake Dam?
Silver Spring Lake Dam is owned by Highland Lakes Condo. Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Silver Spring Lake Dam built?
Silver Spring Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Silver Spring Lake Dam?
Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring Lake Dam?
Silver Spring Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Silver Spring Lake Dam last inspected?
Silver Spring Lake Dam was last inspected on May 15, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.