Wilcox Dam

Michigan — Wayne County — Middle Branch River Rouge

Location

StateMichigan
CountyWayne
RiverMiddle Branch River Rouge
Coordinates42.38445, -83.45714

Physical Characteristics

NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length950 ft
NID Storage120 acre-ft
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 18, 2018
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1933
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerWayne County Dpt of Public Services
Other NamePlymouth 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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