Snaky Run Flooding Dam
Key Takeaway
Snaky Run Flooding Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 7.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 33 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MI02527 |
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 Snaky Run Flooding Dam?
Snaky Run Flooding 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 Snaky Run Flooding Dam?
Snaky Run Flooding Dam is owned by MDNR Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snaky Run Flooding Dam built?
Snaky Run Flooding Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Snaky Run Flooding Dam?
Snaky Run Flooding 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 Snaky Run Flooding Dam?
Snaky Run Flooding Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Snaky Run Flooding Dam last inspected?
Snaky Run Flooding Dam was last inspected on May 20, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.