Dayton Lake Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyBerrien
Nearest CityDayton
River/StreamGalien River
Coordinates41.79646, -86.44208

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height18 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length200 ft
Year Completed1833 (193 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,170 acre-ft
Max Storage1,170 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,020 acre-ft
Surface Area128 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge40 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerBerrien County Drain Commissioner
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/23/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00018
Federal IDMI00018
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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