Belding Waste Water Treatment Lagoons Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Belding Waste Water Treatment Lagoons, located in Belding, Michigan, is a vital water resource facility managed by the local government.


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Summary

This treatment system sits along the Flat River, serving the community's wastewater treatment needs. With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the lagoons play a crucial role in ensuring water quality and environmental protection in the region.

The Earth-type dam at Belding Waste Water Treatment Lagoons stands at 11 feet in height and spans a length of 7600 feet. The lagoons have a storage capacity of 312 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 147 acre-feet. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway at the facility helps manage any excess water flow efficiently. The lagoons cover a surface area of 55 acres and have a drainage area of 0.18 square miles, showcasing their importance in managing stormwater runoff and wastewater treatment.

With state regulation, inspection, and enforcement in place, Belding Waste Water Treatment Lagoons adhere to strict environmental standards. The facility's risk assessment deems it as moderate, emphasizing the need for effective risk management measures. As a valuable asset in the local water infrastructure, these lagoons highlight the importance of sustainable water management practices and climate resilience in safeguarding water resources for future generations.

Dam Length

7600

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

Flat River

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

55

Hydraulic Height

8

Drainage Area

0.18

Nid Storage

312

Structural Height

11

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

11
       
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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.