Waterford Dam

Michigan — Wayne County — Middle Branch River Rouge

Location

StateMichigan
CountyWayne
RiverMiddle Branch River Rouge
Coordinates42.41500, -83.46833

Physical Characteristics

NID Height21 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length995 ft
NID Storage250 acre-ft
Max Storage250 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 6, 2018
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1925
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerCascades of Northville

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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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