The Kawkawlin Flooding Dam, located in Midland, Michigan, is a state-regulated structure designed for recreation purposes along the Kawkawlin Creek.
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Completed in 1962, this earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet with a hydraulic height of 9 feet and a structural height of 11 feet. The dam spans 2360 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 2340 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 1420 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment was rated as poor during its last inspection in April 2017, indicating a need for maintenance and repairs.
The Kawkawlin Flooding Dam is equipped with a controlled spillway type with a width of 3 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 160 cubic feet per second. The dam's surface area covers 590 acres, serving a drainage area of 5.6 square miles. While the dam's risk assessment is categorized as very high, it currently lacks an emergency action plan and inundation maps. With a risk management measures status of none reported, stakeholders and officials may need to address the dam's condition and preparedness to ensure the safety and resilience of the surrounding community in case of a potential emergency or flood event.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
2360 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
Kawkawlin Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
590 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
5.6 |
Nid Storage |
2340 |
Structural Height |
11 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
11 |