White'S Bridge
Key Takeaway
White'S Bridge is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 79.7% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 178 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 730 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 83 acres |
| Drainage Area | 536 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00505 |
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
White's Bridge Hydro Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of White'S Bridge?
White'S Bridge 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 White'S Bridge?
White'S Bridge is owned by White's Bridge Hydro Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White'S Bridge built?
White'S Bridge was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 White'S Bridge?
White'S Bridge serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is White'S Bridge?
White'S Bridge has a dam height of 23 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 White'S Bridge last inspected?
White'S Bridge was last inspected on June 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.