Five Channels

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyIosco
Nearest CityOscoda
River/StreamAu Sable River
Coordinates44.45530, -83.67670

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height42 ft
Dam Height40 ft
Dam Length800 ft
Year Completed1912 (114 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,419 acre-ft
Max Storage3,419 acre-ft
Drainage Area1,613 sq mi
Max Discharge24,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerConsumers Energy Company
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/14/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00168
Federal IDMI00168
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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