Lake Sherwood Dam, located in Milford, Michigan, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1957 for recreational purposes.
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Humidity
With a height of 22 feet and a length of 1300 feet, this dam creates a reservoir that covers 260 acres and has a storage capacity of 2300 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
The dam's spillway, with a width of 31 feet, is uncontrolled, and the maximum discharge capacity is 384 cubic feet per second. The hazard potential of the dam is considered significant, but its condition was assessed as satisfactory during the last inspection in October 2017. Despite the moderate risk level associated with the dam, there are no emergency action plans in place, raising concerns about preparedness in case of a potential failure. Overall, Lake Sherwood Dam serves as a vital recreational resource while highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and management of water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
Tributary to Huron River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
260 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
10.5 |
Nid Storage |
2300 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
22 |
Huron River At Milford
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73cfs |
Huron River Near New Hudson
|
105cfs |
Upper River Rouge At Farmington
|
4cfs |
Huron River Near Hamburg
|
146cfs |
Middle River Rouge At Plymouth
|
40cfs |
River Rouge At Southfield
|
15cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Proud Lake State Rec Area
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Camp Dearborn
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Group Camp 2
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Group Camp 1
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Group Camp 4
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Group Camp 3
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