Tecumseh Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyLenawee
Nearest CityTecumseh
River/StreamRiver Raisin
Coordinates42.01333, -83.94222

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length210 ft
Year Completed1907 (119 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage865 acre-ft
Max Storage865 acre-ft
Normal Storage265 acre-ft
Surface Area51 acres
Drainage Area222 sq mi
Max Discharge5,505 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerLenawee County Drain Commission
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/25/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00593
Federal IDMI00593
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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