Tyrone Dam
Key Takeaway
Tyrone Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 26.9% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 508 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 98 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 78 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00600 |
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
Tyrone Lake Improvement Assn.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tyrone Dam?
Tyrone 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 Tyrone Dam?
Tyrone Dam is owned by Tyrone Lake Improvement Assn. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tyrone Dam built?
Tyrone Dam was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Tyrone Dam?
Tyrone 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 Tyrone Dam?
Tyrone Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Tyrone Dam last inspected?
Tyrone Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.