North Branch Rush Creek Retention Basin Dam

Michigan — Ottawa County — North Branch Rush Creek

Location

StateMichigan
CountyOttawa
RiverNorth Branch Rush Creek
Coordinates42.88624, -85.88854

Physical Characteristics

NID Height14 ft
Dam Height14 ft
Dam Length850 ft
NID Storage375 acre-ft
Max Storage375 acre-ft
Surface Area54 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 26, 2016
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1978
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerOttawa County Drain Commissioner
Other NameGeorgetown 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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