Wilcox Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyWayne
Nearest CityPlymouth
River/StreamMiddle Branch River Rouge
Coordinates42.38445, -83.45714

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length950 ft
Year Completed1933 (93 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage120 acre-ft
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage115 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area57 sq mi
Max Discharge2,790 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 IDMI00398
Federal IDMI00398
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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