Upper Canadian Lakes Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Canadian Lakes Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 55.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 63 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00705 |
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
Canadian Lakes Property Owners Assn
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Canadian Lakes Dam?
Upper Canadian Lakes 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 Upper Canadian Lakes Dam?
Upper Canadian Lakes Dam is owned by Canadian Lakes Property Owners Assn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Canadian Lakes Dam built?
Upper Canadian Lakes Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Upper Canadian Lakes Dam?
Upper Canadian Lakes 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 Upper Canadian Lakes Dam?
Upper Canadian Lakes Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Upper Canadian Lakes Dam last inspected?
Upper Canadian Lakes Dam was last inspected on July 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.