Phoenix Dam
Michigan — Wayne County — Middle Branch River Rouge
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Wayne |
| River | Middle Branch River Rouge |
| Coordinates | 42.39276, -83.46703 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| NID Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 18, 2018 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1920 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Wayne County Dpt of Public Services |
Location Map
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.