Surrey Lake Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyClare
Nearest CityFarwell
River/StreamElm Creek
Coordinates43.85015, -84.91056

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length300 ft
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,800 acre-ft
Max Storage1,800 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,500 acre-ft
Surface Area41 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge147 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerClare County Drain Commissioner
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/21/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00116
Federal IDMI00116
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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