Carp River Dam
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Marquette |
| Nearest City | None |
| River/Stream | Carp River |
| Coordinates | 46.53333, -87.66333 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Arch |
| NID Height | 60 ft |
| Dam Height | 60 ft |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 26,140 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 26,140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 897 acres |
| Drainage Area | 36 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,330 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | Cleveland Cliffs Iron Company |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 12/14/2018 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |