Root Dam

Michigan — Ottawa County — Sand Creek

Location

StateMichigan
CountyOttawa
RiverSand Creek
Coordinates42.99000, -85.83167

Physical Characteristics

NID Height14 ft
Dam Height14 ft
Dam Length500 ft
NID Storage60 acre-ft
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionNovember 14, 1979
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1860
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerJ. W. Davis
Other NameDam Has Failed

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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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