Snoblen Dam
Key Takeaway
Snoblen Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 35 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00300 |
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
Ernest & Rose Ann Hurst
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Snoblen Dam?
Snoblen 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 Snoblen Dam?
Snoblen Dam is owned by Ernest & Rose Ann Hurst (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snoblen Dam built?
Snoblen Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Snoblen Dam?
Snoblen 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 Snoblen Dam?
Snoblen Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Snoblen Dam last inspected?
Snoblen Dam was last inspected on November 13, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.