Whiskey Creek Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Whiskey Creek Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 61.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00771 |
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
Mark E. Todd
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Whiskey Creek Dam #2?
Whiskey Creek Dam #2 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 Whiskey Creek Dam #2?
Whiskey Creek Dam #2 is owned by Mark E. Todd (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whiskey Creek Dam #2 built?
Whiskey Creek Dam #2 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Whiskey Creek Dam #2?
Whiskey Creek Dam #2 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 Whiskey Creek Dam #2?
Whiskey Creek Dam #2 has a dam height of 17 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 Whiskey Creek Dam #2 last inspected?
Whiskey Creek Dam #2 was last inspected on September 20, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.