Twelve Oaks Mall Dam
Key Takeaway
Twelve Oaks Mall Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 44.8% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 69 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00681 |
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
The Taubman Company, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Twelve Oaks Mall Dam?
Twelve Oaks Mall 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 Twelve Oaks Mall Dam?
Twelve Oaks Mall Dam is owned by The Taubman Company, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Twelve Oaks Mall Dam built?
Twelve Oaks Mall Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Twelve Oaks Mall Dam?
Twelve Oaks Mall 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 Twelve Oaks Mall Dam?
Twelve Oaks Mall 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 Twelve Oaks Mall Dam last inspected?
Twelve Oaks Mall Dam was last inspected on July 14, 1977. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.