Weiler Dam No 1

Crane Creek· Ogemaw, Michigan· Built 1969· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Weiler Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 63.6% in MI)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2,480 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDMI00292

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: January 1, 1901
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Daniel French

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Weiler Dam No 1?

Weiler Dam No 1 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 Weiler Dam No 1?

Weiler Dam No 1 is owned by Daniel French (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Weiler Dam No 1 built?

Weiler Dam No 1 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Weiler Dam No 1?

Weiler Dam No 1 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 Weiler Dam No 1?

Weiler Dam No 1 has a dam height of 18 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 Weiler Dam No 1 last inspected?

Weiler Dam No 1 was last inspected on January 1, 1901. 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.