Phoenix Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyWayne
Nearest CityPlymouth
River/StreamMiddle Branch River Rouge
Coordinates42.39276, -83.46703

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height24 ft
Dam Height24 ft
Dam Length500 ft
Year Completed1920 (106 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage450 acre-ft
Max Storage450 acre-ft
Normal Storage340 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
Drainage Area56 sq mi
Max Discharge2,860 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerWayne County Dpt of Public Services
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection01/18/2018
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00397
Federal IDMI00397
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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