Smithville

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMichigan
CountyEaton
Nearest CityEaton Rapids
River/StreamGrand River
Coordinates42.49960, -84.62900

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height17 ft
Dam Height14 ft
Dam Length240 ft
Year Completed1913 (113 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage300 acre-ft
Max Storage300 acre-ft
Normal Storage190 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres
Drainage Area605 sq mi
Max Discharge6,400 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerCameron Gas & Electric Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/10/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMI00539
Federal IDMI00539
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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