Traver Lake Dam #5
Key Takeaway
Traver Lake Dam #5 is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 92.4% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MI02158 |
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
Ides Realty Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Traver Lake Dam #5?
Traver Lake Dam #5 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 Traver Lake Dam #5?
Traver Lake Dam #5 is owned by Ides Realty Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Traver Lake Dam #5 built?
Traver Lake Dam #5 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Traver Lake Dam #5?
Traver Lake Dam #5 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 Traver Lake Dam #5?
Traver Lake Dam #5 has a dam height of 34 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 Traver Lake Dam #5 last inspected?
Traver Lake Dam #5 was last inspected on January 1, 1901. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.