Barton Dam
High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Washtenaw |
| Nearest City | Ann Arbor |
| River/Stream | Huron River |
| Coordinates | 42.30830, -83.75430 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 34 ft |
| Dam Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,767 ft |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 7,298 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 7,298 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5,040 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 315 acres |
| Drainage Area | 728 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15,100 cfs |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Ann Arbor, City of |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| Last Inspection | 06/24/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |