Luther Pond Dam, also known as Mill Pond Dam, is a significant earth dam located in Luther, Michigan, along the Little Manistee River.
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Constructed in 1910, this dam serves a primary purpose of recreation. Standing at a height of 18.1 feet, with a hydraulic height of 17.2 feet, it boasts a length of 517 feet and has a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet.
Managed by the local government, Luther Pond Dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a significant hazard potential, the dam has been assessed to be in satisfactory condition as of March 2018. In case of emergencies, there is a risk assessment in place indicating a moderate level of risk, with emergency action plans being reviewed periodically.
Surrounded by a surface area of 8 acres and with a drainage area of 13.4 square miles, Luther Pond Dam is a vital feature in the local landscape. With a spillway width of 156 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 810 cubic feet per second, this dam serves both recreational and safety purposes for the community in Luther, Michigan.
Year Completed |
1910 |
Dam Length |
517 |
Dam Height |
18.1 |
River Or Stream |
Little Manistee River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
17.2 |
Drainage Area |
13.4 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Structural Height |
18.1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
18 |
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|
12cfs |
Pine River At High School Bridge Nr Hoxeyville
|
186cfs |
Manistee River Near Wellston
|
1480cfs |
Muskegon River At Evart
|
373cfs |
Manistee River Near Mesick
|
912cfs |
Manistee River Near Sherman
|
890cfs |