West Branch Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
West Branch Mill Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Michigan. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 70.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 20 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00303 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Teresa Panigay
Private
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What is the hazard classification of West Branch Mill Pond Dam?
West Branch Mill Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates West Branch Mill Pond Dam?
West Branch Mill Pond Dam is owned by Teresa Panigay (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Branch Mill Pond Dam built?
West Branch Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 West Branch Mill Pond Dam?
West Branch Mill Pond 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 West Branch Mill Pond Dam?
West Branch Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 West Branch Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
West Branch Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on April 28, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.