Centreville Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Centreville Dam, located on the Prairie River in St.


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Summary

Joseph County, Michigan, is a historic structure with a primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation. Built in 1890, this gravity dam stands at a height of 13 feet and spans 340 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.

With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Centreville Dam poses minimal risk but remains under regular inspection every five years. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 64 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 2300 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, the dam continues to provide valuable hydroelectric power and contributes to the management of the local water resources. Overall, Centreville Dam serves as a testament to the enduring importance of sustainable water infrastructure in a changing climate.

Year Completed

1890

Dam Length

340

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

Prairie River

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Surface Area

37

Hydraulic Height

12

Drainage Area

140

Nid Storage

200

Structural Height

13

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

13
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.