Browns Pond Dam

Michigan — Muskegon County — Sand Creek

Location

StateMichigan
CountyMuskegon
RiverSand Creek
Coordinates43.46028, -86.25944

Physical Characteristics

NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length260 ft
NID Storage125 acre-ft
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 8, 2015
Inspection Frequency4

Dam Information

Year Completed1844
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerBlue Lake Township

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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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