Blackhawk Dam

Michigan — Branch County — Coldwater River

Location

StateMichigan
CountyBranch
RiverColdwater River
Coordinates41.91667, -85.04833

Physical Characteristics

NID Height18 ft
Dam Height17 ft
Dam Length1,040 ft
NID Storage276 acre-ft
Max Storage276 acre-ft
Surface Area200 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionOctober 25, 2016
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1830
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerBranch County

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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