Wheeler Creek Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyWexford
Nearest CitySherman
River/StreamWheeler Creek
Coordinates44.48333, -85.67000

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height21 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length450 ft
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,144 acre-ft
Max Storage1,144 acre-ft
Normal Storage892 acre-ft
Surface Area105 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge100 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerLake Gitchegumee Property Own Assn
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/30/2018
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00419
Federal IDMI00419
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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