Rogers dam
Rogers
Rogers is a historic hydroelectric dam located on the Muskegon River in Michigan, serving as a key source of renewable energy and recreational opportunities. Built in 1906, this gravity dam stands at 40 feet high and has a structural height of 43.3 feet, with a storage capacity of 4,678 acre-feet. Its controlled spillway, with a width of 120 feet, helps manage water flow and prevent flooding in the surrounding area. The dam is managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and has a high hazard potential due to its age and location.
Owned by a public utility, Rogers dam plays a crucial role in harnessing the power of the Muskegon River for electricity generation while providing a space for recreational activities. The dam features a Tainter radial gate system with six gates for water release. Despite being classified as very high risk, the condition assessment of the dam is not available, indicating the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its safety and structural integrity. The dam's emergency action plan was last revised in October 2019, highlighting the importance of preparedness in case of any unforeseen events.
With its picturesque location in Mecosta County, Michigan, Rogers dam stands as a testament to early 20th-century engineering and the potential of hydroelectric power. As climate change continues to impact water resources, maintaining and updating infrastructure like Rogers dam becomes crucial for ensuring a sustainable and resilient water supply for future generations. By understanding the risks associated with dams like Rogers and implementing effective risk management measures, water resource and climate enthusiasts can work towards safeguarding our vital water infrastructure for the years to come.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Rogers -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Muskegon River Near Oak Grove | 241 cfs | → |
| Muskegon River Near Croton | 2,280 cfs | → |
| Muskegon River At Evart | 1,510 cfs | → |
| East Branch Pine River Near Tustin | 55 cfs | → |
| Fish Creek Near Crystal | 30 cfs | → |
| Rogue River Near Rockford | 269 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Rogers .
Boat launches
- 205th Avenue Mecosta Township
- 8 Mile Road Mecosta Township
- Stanwood Boat Club
- Public Road Colfax Township
- Morton Township
- Cypress Avenue 7680, Norwich Township
Campgrounds
- Brower County Park
- Big Bend Park
- Hungerford Lake
- Cran-Hill Ranch
- Newaygo State Park
- Newaygo State Park Rustic Campground
Fishing spots
- Fishing Peir
- Baptist Lake
- Idlewild Lake
- Blanch Lake
- Lake To The Hills
- Deerfield County Park Swimming Pond
Paddle runs
- Morley Dam In T13n, R10w To Croton Dam Pond In T12n, R11w
- Croton Dam In T12n, R11w To City Of Newaygo In T12n, R12w
- South Branch From Forest Boundary East Of Hesperia At West Section Line Of Sec 22, T14n, R14w To Echo Drive In Sec 6, T13n, R12w
- North Branch From Its Confluence With South Branch In Sec 22, T13n, R16 W To Mclaren Lake In Sec 11, T14n, R15w
- Mainstem To Forest Boundary At North Section Line Of Sec 2, T13n, R15w (1.5 Miles West Of Herperia)
- Kings Road Bridge (2 Miles West Of Town Of Luther In T19n, R12w To Slackwater Of The State Fish Weir In T21n, R16w
Track Rogers in the Snoflo app
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About Rogers
Where does the data for Rogers come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Rogers .