Ford Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyBaraga
Nearest CityAlberta
River/StreamPlumbago Creek
Coordinates46.64461, -88.47911

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height26 ft
Dam Height26 ft
Dam Length500 ft
Year Completed1936 (90 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,500 acre-ft
Max Storage1,500 acre-ft
Normal Storage340 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerMichigan Technological University
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/01/2018
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00129
Federal IDMI00129
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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