Upjohn Dam

Michigan — Kalamazoo County — Castle Creek

Location

StateMichigan
CountyKalamazoo
RiverCastle Creek
Coordinates42.27500, -85.42000

Physical Characteristics

NID Height9 ft
Dam Height9 ft
Dam Length100 ft
NID Storage90 acre-ft
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionJanuary 1, 1901
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1845
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerUpjohn Company
Other NameCastle Creek Dam

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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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