Giesler Dam

Michigan — Eaton County — Tributary to Battle Creek

Location

StateMichigan
CountyEaton
RiverTributary to Battle Creek
Coordinates42.47500, -85.00833

Physical Characteristics

NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length170 ft
NID Storage65 acre-ft
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres

Safety Classification

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

Dam Information

Year Completed1968
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerDr. E P Giesler
Other NameGiesler Pond 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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