Peninsular Paper Dam

Michigan — Washtenaw County — Huron River

Location

StateMichigan
CountyWashtenaw
RiverHuron River
Coordinates42.25618, -83.62409

Physical Characteristics

NID Height21 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length250 ft
NID Storage800 acre-ft
Max Storage800 acre-ft
Surface Area66 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 8, 2022
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1867
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Ypsilanti
Other NamePaper Mill 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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