Norvell Dam

Michigan — Jackson County — River Raisin

Location

StateMichigan
CountyJackson
RiverRiver Raisin
Coordinates42.15500, -84.18333

Physical Characteristics

NID Height13 ft
Dam Height13 ft
Dam Length330 ft
NID Storage570 acre-ft
Max Storage570 acre-ft
Surface Area156 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionSeptember 29, 2016
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1839
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerJackson County Drain Commissioner
Other NameNorvell Mill Pond

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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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