Woodin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Woodin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 14.1% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00024 |
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
Estate of Irene Grant
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodin Lake Dam?
Woodin 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 Woodin Lake Dam?
Woodin Lake Dam is owned by Estate of Irene Grant (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodin Lake Dam built?
Woodin Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Woodin Lake Dam?
Woodin 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 Woodin Lake Dam?
Woodin Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Woodin Lake Dam last inspected?
Woodin Lake Dam was last inspected on December 2, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.