Riley Dam

Michigan — Branch County — Saint Joseph River

Location

StateMichigan
CountyBranch
RiverSaint Joseph River
Coordinates42.04425, -85.20299

Physical Characteristics

NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length824 ft
NID Storage5,000 acre-ft
Max Storage5,000 acre-ft
Surface Area518 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 28, 2020
Inspection Frequency4

Dam Information

Year Completed1923
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerVillage of Union City

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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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