Haymarsh Lake Dam, located in Croton, Michigan, is a state-regulated earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Completed in 1949, the dam stands at a height of 12.4 feet and has a hydraulic height of 10.3 feet. With a storage capacity of 1500 acre-feet and a surface area of 375 acres, the dam impounds water from Haymarsh Creek for recreational activities such as boating and fishing.
The dam's spillway, with a width of 32 feet, is uncontrolled, and it has a low hazard potential with a satisfactory condition assessment. Despite being inspected every five years, the dam has a moderate risk rating of 3. In the event of an emergency, the dam lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated emergency contacts, raising concerns for effective risk management and response to potential hazards. Overall, Haymarsh Lake Dam stands as a vital structure in Mecosta County, offering both recreational opportunities and potential challenges in ensuring public safety and environmental protection in the face of climate variability.
Year Completed |
1949 |
Dam Length |
86.5 |
Dam Height |
12.4 |
River Or Stream |
Haymarsh Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
375 |
Hydraulic Height |
10.3 |
Drainage Area |
6.7 |
Nid Storage |
1500 |
Structural Height |
12.4 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Muskegon River At Evart
|
373cfs |
Little Muskegon River Near Oak Grove
|
164cfs |
East Branch Pine River Near Tustin
|
12cfs |
Muskegon River Near Croton
|
1260cfs |
Chippewa River Near Mount Pleasant
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169cfs |
Clam River At Vogel Center
|
69cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Haymarsh State Game Area
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Cran-Hill Ranch
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Tubbs Lake State Forest Campground
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Blodgett Landing
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Merrill Lake Park
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School Section Lake Park
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