Tecumseh Dam
Key Takeaway
Tecumseh Dam is classified as significant hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 70.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 865 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 222 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,505 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00593 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lenawee County Drain Commission
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tecumseh Dam?
Tecumseh Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tecumseh Dam?
Tecumseh Dam is owned by Lenawee County Drain Commission (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tecumseh Dam built?
Tecumseh Dam was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Tecumseh Dam?
Tecumseh 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 Tecumseh Dam?
Tecumseh 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 Tecumseh Dam last inspected?
Tecumseh Dam was last inspected on February 25, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.