Willo's Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Willo's Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.3% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 547 cfs |
| NID ID | MI02376 |
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
Willow Lake Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Willo's Lake Dam?
Willo's Lake 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 Willo's Lake Dam?
Willo's Lake Dam is owned by Willow Lake Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Willo's Lake Dam?
Willo's Lake 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 Willo's Lake Dam?
Willo's Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Willo's Lake Dam last inspected?
Willo's Lake Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.