Chappel Dam, located in Gladwin, Michigan, along the Cedar River, was completed in 1910 and serves primarily as a recreational site.
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With a dam height of 32 feet and a length of 870 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 4650 acre-feet and covers an area of 435 acres. The dam is state-regulated by the MICHIGAN DEGLE and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
Despite its age, Chappel Dam has been assessed as being in satisfactory condition, with a high hazard potential due to its location and the volume of water it can hold. Emergency action plans are in place, although the last revision was in March 2020. The risk assessment for the dam is rated as very high, indicating the need for robust risk management measures to mitigate any potential threats to the dam's stability and surrounding areas. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Chappel Dam to be a fascinating example of early 20th-century engineering and the ongoing challenges of managing water resources in a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1910 |
Dam Length |
870 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
Cedar River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
435 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
123 |
Nid Storage |
4650 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
32 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Gladwin City Park
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Calhoun City Campground
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Trout Lake State Forest Campground
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House Lake State Forest Campground
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