Homestead Dam

Michigan — Benzie County — Betsie River

Location

StateMichigan
CountyBenzie
RiverBetsie River
Coordinates44.59500, -86.08000

Physical Characteristics

NID Height14 ft
Dam Height14 ft
Dam Length110 ft
NID Storage1,800 acre-ft
Max Storage1,800 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 2, 2016
Inspection Frequency4

Dam Information

Year Completed1979
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeOther
Owner TypeState
OwnerMDNR Fisheries
Other NameHomestead Hydro Plant 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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