Trout Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Trout Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 67.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 85 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 60 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00330 |
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 Fisheries
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Trout Lake Dam?
Trout Lake 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 Trout Lake Dam?
Trout Lake Dam is owned by MDNR Fisheries (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Trout Lake Dam built?
Trout Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Trout Lake Dam?
Trout Lake 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 Trout Lake Dam?
Trout Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Trout Lake Dam last inspected?
Trout Lake Dam was last inspected on July 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.