Winnewana Dam

Michigan — Washtenaw County — Tributary to Portage River

Location

StateMichigan
CountyWashtenaw
RiverTributary to Portage River
Coordinates42.34861, -84.11065

Physical Characteristics

NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length270 ft
NID Storage1,560 acre-ft
Max Storage1,560 acre-ft
Surface Area280 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 5, 2017
Inspection Frequency4

Dam Information

Year Completed1956
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerMDNR Parks & Recreation

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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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