Wakeley Lake Dam

WAKELEY CREEK· Crawford, Michigan· Built 1991· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Wakeley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 14.1% in MI)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage693 acre-ft
Normal Storage373 acre-ft
Surface Area149 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Year Completed1991 (35 years old)
NID IDMI01226

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 3, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wakeley Lake Dam?

Wakeley 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 Wakeley Lake Dam?

Wakeley Lake Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wakeley Lake Dam built?

Wakeley Lake Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Wakeley Lake Dam?

Wakeley Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wakeley Lake Dam?

Wakeley Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Wakeley Lake Dam last inspected?

Wakeley Lake Dam was last inspected on July 3, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.