Lower Canadian Lakes Dam

Significant HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyMecosta
Nearest CityAltona
River/StreamCedar Creek
Coordinates43.57333, -85.30667

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height23 ft
Dam Height23 ft
Dam Length800 ft
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage4,025 acre-ft
Max Storage4,025 acre-ft
Normal Storage3,325 acre-ft
Surface Area361 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge250 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCanadian Lakes Property Owners Assn
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Last Inspection10/19/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00408
Federal IDMI00408
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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