St Clair Flats Dikes
Key Takeaway
St Clair Flats Dikes is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 7.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 66,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 21.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,700 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | MI01823 |
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of St Clair Flats Dikes?
St Clair Flats Dikes 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 St Clair Flats Dikes?
St Clair Flats Dikes is owned by MDNR Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was St Clair Flats Dikes built?
St Clair Flats Dikes was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 St Clair Flats Dikes?
St Clair Flats Dikes 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 St Clair Flats Dikes?
St Clair Flats Dikes 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 St Clair Flats Dikes last inspected?
St Clair Flats Dikes was last inspected on October 7, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.