Cascade

Michigan — Kent County — Thornapple River

Location

StateMichigan
CountyKent
RiverThornapple River
Coordinates42.90950, -85.49900

Physical Characteristics

NID Height41 ft
Dam Height41 ft
Dam Length550 ft
NID Storage4,300 acre-ft
Max Storage4,300 acre-ft
Surface Area280 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 29, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1927
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeMulti-Arch
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCascade Charter Township

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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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