Ford Manchester Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyWashtenaw
Nearest CityManchester
River/StreamRiver Raisin
Coordinates42.14960, -84.02360

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length810 ft
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage730 acre-ft
Max Storage730 acre-ft
Normal Storage400 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres
Drainage Area149 sq mi
Max Discharge3,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerVillage of Manchester
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/07/2019
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00391
Federal IDMI00391
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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