Concord Dam, also known as Concord Mill Dam, is a privately owned structure situated in Concord, Michigan along the North Branch Kalamazoo River.
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Built in 1830, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and stretches 270 feet in length, with a primary purpose of recreation. With a storage capacity of 400 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1900 cubic feet per second, the dam provides a serene surface area of 63 acres for recreational activities.
Although last inspected in 1978 with a low hazard potential rating, Concord Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. Despite being in operation for nearly two centuries, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, with no emergency action plan prepared or updated. The risk assessment for Concord Dam is moderate, presenting a potential risk level of 3, necessitating further evaluation and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure for both water resource and climate enthusiasts who frequent the area.
Year Completed |
1830 |
Dam Length |
270 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
North Branch Kalamazoo River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
63 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Kalamazoo River Near Marengo
|
278cfs |
Grand River At Jackson
|
79cfs |
Kalamazoo River At Marshall
|
211cfs |
South Branch Hog Creek Near Allen
|
11cfs |
St. Joseph River At Burlington
|
68cfs |
Grand River Near Eaton Rapids
|
235cfs |