The Moores Park Dam, located in Lansing, Michigan on the Grand River, was completed in 1904 and is owned by a public utility.
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Designed by the Fargo Engineering Company, this gravity dam stands at a height of 22.1 feet with a structural height of 31.1 feet. With a primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation, the dam also serves recreational purposes and has a high hazard potential.
The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 184 feet and three Tainter (radial) outlet gates. It has a storage capacity of 2,140 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 10,300 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for Moores Park Dam is classified as very high (1), emphasizing the importance of proper risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
Despite not being state-regulated, the dam is subject to inspections by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, with the last inspection conducted in September 2020. With its rich history and significant impact on the surrounding area, Moores Park Dam stands as a notable structure on the Grand River, contributing to water resource management and climate initiatives in the region.
Year Completed |
1904 |
Dam Length |
473.4 |
Dam Height |
22.1 |
River Or Stream |
Grand River |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
310 |
Hydraulic Height |
23.9 |
Drainage Area |
768 |
Nid Storage |
2140 |
Structural Height |
31.1 |
Outlet Gates |
Tainter (radial) - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
31 |