Trickett Dam
Key Takeaway
Trickett Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 44.8% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 145 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00454 |
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
Country Acres Homeowners Assn
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Trickett Dam?
Trickett 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 Trickett Dam?
Trickett Dam is owned by Country Acres Homeowners Assn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Trickett Dam built?
Trickett Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Trickett Dam?
Trickett 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 Trickett Dam?
Trickett Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Trickett Dam last inspected?
Trickett Dam was last inspected on December 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.