Beren's Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyOttawa
Nearest CityHolland
River/StreamBlack Creek
Coordinates42.85695, -85.92729

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height32 ft
Dam Height32 ft
Dam Length1,260 ft
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage773 acre-ft
Max Storage773 acre-ft
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge7,100 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerOttawa County Drain Commissioner
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/25/2019
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI01353
Federal IDMI01353
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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