Squier Dam
Key Takeaway
Squier Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1840 and is 186 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 70.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 140 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1840 (186 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00580 |
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
Lapeer County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Squier Dam?
Squier 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 Squier Dam?
Squier Dam is owned by Lapeer County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Squier Dam built?
Squier Dam was completed in 1840, making it 186 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 Squier Dam?
Squier 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 Squier Dam?
Squier Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Squier Dam last inspected?
Squier Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1901. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.