Starks Mill Dam

Silver Creek· Emmet, Michigan· Built 1951· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Starks Mill Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 77.5% in MI)
Dam Length130 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,900 cfs
Year Completed1951 (75 years old)
NID IDMI00037

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 1, 1901
State Regulated: No

Ownership

George Stark

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Starks Mill Dam?

Starks Mill 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 Starks Mill Dam?

Starks Mill Dam is owned by George Stark (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Starks Mill Dam built?

Starks Mill Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Starks Mill Dam?

Starks Mill Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Starks Mill Dam?

Starks Mill Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Starks Mill Dam last inspected?

Starks Mill Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1901. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.