The Kenowa Lake Level Control Structure in Jenison, Michigan, is a privately-owned dam that was completed in 1975 for recreational purposes.
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Humidity
The earth dam stands at a height of 8 feet and has a hydraulic height of 7.4 feet, with a length of 500 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 35 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 150 cubic feet per second, helping to control water levels in the Huizeinga Dr tributary to Rush Creek.
Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the structure is regulated by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 46 feet, and the risk assessment for the structure is considered moderate. The last inspection was conducted in April 2018, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. While there are no associated locks or outlet gates, the Kenowa Lake Level Control Structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Ottawa County, Michigan.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
Huizeinga Dr trib to Rush Cr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
7.4 |
Drainage Area |
4.1 |
Nid Storage |
95 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
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