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Dollarville Dam, located on the Tahquamenon River in Luce, Michigan, was completed in 1971 for the primary purpose of recreation.
This earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet with a hydraulic height of 10 feet, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 10,400 acre-feet. The dam spans 2,500 feet in length and covers a surface area of 1,200 acres, serving as a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking water-based activities.
Maintained and regulated by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE), Dollarville Dam has a low hazard potential and is classified as being in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in August 2018. Despite its low hazard rating, the dam poses a very high risk due to its location and potential impact in case of failure. With a controlled spillway type and a width of 84 feet, the dam is equipped to manage a maximum discharge of 5,275 cubic feet per second, ensuring the safety of nearby communities and the surrounding environment.
As a key structure in the Detroit District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Dollarville Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. With its recreational purpose and strategic location on the Tahquamenon River, this dam serves as a vital asset for both local communities and visitors alike, highlighting the importance of sustainable dam operations and maintenance practices for the long-term protection of water resources and the natural environment.
Black River Near Garnet
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67cfs |
Tahquamenon River Near Paradise
|
5180cfs |
Manistique River Near Manistique
|
6680cfs |
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
2500 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
Tahquamenon River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1200 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
168 |
Nid Storage |
10400 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
East Branch From Western Forest Boundary (Sec 19, T46N, R6W) To Confluence With Mainstem
Source In Sec 21, T47N, R12W To Mouth At Whitefish Bay
Origin At Confluence Of Outlets Of Frenchman Lake And Carp Lake (Sec 26, T44N, R6W) To West Section Line Of Sec 30, T43N, R5W
Section 17, T48N, R17W (Boundary Of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Lands) To Mouth At Lake Superior
County Road H-58 (Aka. Adams Trail/ Munising-Van Meer-Shingleton Rd.) To Mouth At Lake Superior
From Sixteen Mile Lake To North Line Of Sec 26, T43N, R19W