Vigo Dam
Key Takeaway
Vigo Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 20.5% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MI02129 |
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
Craig Schultz
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vigo Dam?
Vigo 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 Vigo Dam?
Vigo Dam is owned by Craig Schultz (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vigo Dam built?
Vigo 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 Vigo Dam?
Vigo 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 Vigo Dam?
Vigo Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Vigo Dam last inspected?
Vigo Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.