Westdale Family Dam
Key Takeaway
Westdale Family Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 74.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00665 |
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
Leonard Westdale, Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Westdale Family Dam?
Westdale Family 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 Westdale Family Dam?
Westdale Family Dam is owned by Leonard Westdale, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Westdale Family Dam built?
Westdale Family Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Westdale Family Dam?
Westdale Family 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 Westdale Family Dam?
Westdale Family Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Westdale Family Dam last inspected?
Westdale Family Dam was last inspected on August 14, 1974. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.