Michigan Center Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyJackson
Nearest CityMichigan Center
River/StreamGrand River
Coordinates42.22893, -84.32738

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length90 ft
Year Completed1911 (115 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage8,000 acre-ft
Max Storage8,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage5,280 acre-ft
Surface Area2,160 acres
Drainage Area62 sq mi
Max Discharge420 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerLeoni Township
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/28/2017
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00122
Federal IDMI00122
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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